Ophthalmic Technician - Willing to Train!

Retina Vitreous Associates Inc; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full Benefits Package

401k + Employer Matching

Paid Time Off and Holidays

Paid Maternity Leave

Eyecare Education Reimbursement

Competitive Base Pay

Employee Discounts

Job summary

Retina Vitreous Associates in Columbus, OH is seeking an Ophthalmic Technician. This full-time position offers training with no prior eyecare experience required and includes a comprehensive benefits package.

Travel to the Mansfield office may be needed, with mileage reimbursement provided. Responsibilities include assisting the doctor with preliminary testing, managing patient flow, and verifying insurance while maintaining patient communications.

Qualifications

• Strong customer service skills and professional demeanor.
• Basic computer skills including data entry and scheduling.
• Willingness to learn clinical processes and terminology.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced medical office.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate patient flow throughout the clinic.
• Assist the doctor in preliminary testing.
• Verify patient insurance information.
• Communicate clearly with patients, doctors, and staff.
• Answer inquiries via phone, email, and in person.
• Maintain accurate records and EMR entries.

Skills

Strong customer service

Basic computer skills

Eager to learn and grow

Good communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Outlook

Job description

**This is a full-time, long-term position. Unfortunately, we cannot accommodate students that would need to work part-time during the school year.**

Job Title: Ophthalmic Technician
Company: Retina Vitreous Associates
Location: Columbus, OH 43213
Travel: Travel to our other office in Mansfield will be required; we do pay mileage reimbursement!

Training Provided – No medical/eyecare experience required!

Perks

• Full Benefits Package - Medical, Vision, Dental and Life Insurance
• 401k + Employer Matching
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays
• Paid Maternity Leave
• Eyecare Education Reimbursement
• Competitive Base Pay
• Employee Discounts

Hours

• Full Time
• Our offices are open from Monday-Friday 7:30am-5pm.
  • Your shifts will fall within those hours, and you may need to work a little earlier/later as needed.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED Equivalent
• Favorable result on Background Check
• Basic computer skills
• Strong customer service skills
• Excitement to learn and grow

Essential Functions

• Facilitate patient flow
• Assist the doctor in preliminary testing
• Verify medical and vision insurances
• Effectively communicate with patients, doctors, and managers
• Answer inquiries through phone, email, and in-person requests

SUMMARY

An Ophthalmic Technician is a valuable asset to an Ophthalmologist as they assist in providing excellent patient care to the patients during their visit. This employee is able to handle a wide range of duties while using equipment to perform the initial testing needed to prepare a patient for an exam with an Ophthalmologist.

ESSENTIALDUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide exceptional customer service during every patient encounter (in person or via phone)
• Display a professional attitude, greet patients promptly with a smile, and thank them when they leave
• Practice urgency at all times with patient’s time, as well as doctor’s time and schedule
• Comply with all company policies and procedures including HIPAA
• Verify patient information by interviewing patient
• Recording medical history, current medications and confirming purpose of visit
• Records all data in the patient’s Electronic Medical Record (EMR)
• Checks condition of patient’s eyes by observing pupils, muscles, visual acuity, and extraocular movements
• Required skills include: dilation, refraction, pressures, and performing a variety of diagnostic tests including visual fields, OCT, GDX, IOL master, auto refractor and topography
• Demonstrates working knowledge of eye anatomy, diseases, symptoms and ocular medications
• General office duties and cleaning to be assigned by manager

QUALIFICATIONS

• Desire to gain industry knowledge and training
• Demonstrates initiative in accomplishing practice goals
• Ability to grow, adapt, and accept change
• Consistently creates a positive work environment by being team-oriented and patient-focused
• Ability to interact with all levels of employees in a courteous, professional manner at all times
• Commitment to work over 40 hours to meet the needs of the business
• Reliable transportation that would allow employee to go to multiple work locations with minimal notice

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

• Minimum Required: High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required
• Minimum Required: One year of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience

LICENSES AND CREDENTIALS

• Current Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) or Certified Ophthalmic Technician (COT) certification is preferred, but not required

SYSTEMS AND TECHNOLOGY

• Proficient inMicrosoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook

PHYSICALREQUIREMENTS

• This role requires a variety ofphysicalactivities to effectively perform essential job functions. The position involves frequent walking (75%), sitting (50%), and standing (50%), with regular bending, stooping, and reaching (25–50%). Employees must be able to lift, carry, push, and pull items up to 25 lbs. Strong fine motor skills and full use of hands are essential, as the role demands constant grasping, writing/typing, and use of technology. Visual and auditory acuity—including color, depth, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus is required100% of the time. Occasional driving or climbing may also be necessary.

EyeCare Partners is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.