Ophthalmic Technician - Willing to Train!

EyeCare Partners; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full Benefits Package

401k + Employer Matching

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Paid Maternity Leave

Competitive Base Pay

Employee Discounts

Job summary

Retina Vitreous Associates in Columbus, OH is seeking an Ophthalmic Technician. No prior eye care experience required; training provided.

This full-time role supports ophthalmologists with preliminary testing, patient communication, and insurance verification, contributing to efficient patient flow. You will join a team focused on high-quality eye care, with benefits including medical, vision, dental, 401k, PTO, and paid holidays.

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

Responsibilities

• 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
• Maintain patient records and EMR entries
• Support office duties and maintain a clean workspace
• Adhere to HIPAA and company policies

Skills

Team-oriented

Patient-focused

Initiative

Adaptable

Professional demeanor

Communication

Overtime commitment

Reliable transportation

Education

High school diploma or GED

1 year related experience or training

Tools

EMR systems

Insurance verification software

Job description

EyeCare Partners is the nation’s leading provider of clinically integrated eye care. Our national network of over 300 ophthalmologists and 700 optometrists provides a lifetime of care to our patients with a mission to enhance vision, advance eye care and improve lives. Based in St. Louis, Missouri, over 650 ECP‑affiliated practice locations provide care in 18 states and 80 markets, providing services that span the eye care continuum. For more information, visit www.eyecare-partners.com.

This is a full‑time, long‑term position. Unfortunately, we cannot accommodate students looking for only a summer job or that would need to work part‑time during the school year.

Job Details

• 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!

Benefits

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

Working Hours

Full Time. Offices Monday‑Friday 7:30am‑5pm. Shifts will fall within those hours and you may need to work a little earlier/later as required.

Requirements

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

Essential Functions

• 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

Ophthalmic Technician is a valuable asset to an Ophthalmologist as they assist in providing excellent patient care 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.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• 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
• Perform dilation, refraction, pressures, and 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

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

This role requires a variety of physical activities 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 required 100% of the time. Occasional driving or climbing may also be necessary.

If you need assistance with this application, please contact [phone]. Please do not contact the office directly – only resumes submitted through this website will be considered.

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.