Ophthalmic Technician - Willing to Train!

Eye Care Partners Career Opportunities; Largo (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full Benefits Package - Medical,Vision

401k + Employer Matching

Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays

Paid Maternity Leave

Eyecare Certification Reimbursement

Competitive Base Pay

Employee Discounts

Job summary

The Eye Institute of West Florida is seeking an Ophthalmic Technician to support ophthalmologists and optometrists in Largo, FL. You will facilitate patient flow, perform preliminary testing, and assist with exams, recording patient data and insurances accurately.

We value teamwork, strong customer service, HIPAA compliance, and a willingness to learn. This full‑time position offers travel to nearby offices with mileage reimbursement and competitive compensation.

Qualifications

• Provides excellent patient care and is energetic and empathetic.
• HIPAA confidentiality standards must be complied with.
• Strong communication with patients, doctors, and managers at all times.
• Excellent organizational skills to track patient care and improve flow.
• Willingness to learn and adapt in a fast-paced clinic environment.
• Ability to work as part of a team and support physicians.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate patient flow.
• Assist the doctor in preliminary testing.
• Verify medical and vision insurances.
• Communicate with patients, doctors, and managers.
• Answer inquiries via phone, email, and in-person.

Skills

Customer service

HIPAA compliance

Communication

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Initiative

Flexibility

Over 40 hours

Weekend availability

Education

High school diploma or GED

COA/COT preferred

Tools

EMR systems

Microsoft Office

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 Title: Ophthalmic Technician

Company: The Eye Institute of West Florida

Location: Largo, FL

Travel: Travel to our other offices in Clearwater, St. Petersburg and Tampa is required as needed. We do pay mileage reimbursement!

Perks:

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

Hours:

• Full Time
• Our offices are open Monday-Friday 8am-5pm.
  • You may need to work a little earlier/later as needed.

Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent required
• Experience in at least one of the following is preferred (but NOT required): Fluorescein Angiography, Oculoplastics, Medically Necessary Contact Lens (optical experience, contact lens insertion and removals, RGPs, etc), Plastic surgery/med spa/esthetics
• Experience working in Ophthalmology and/or Optometry strongly preferred
• Bilingual in English and Spanish is preferred, but not required
• Favorable result on Background Check required
• 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.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES 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
• Anticipate Physician needs to facilitate the flow of the clinic
• 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’s information by interviewing patient
• Record patient’s medical history and current medications and confirm purpose of visit
• Record all data in the patient’s Electronic Medical Record (EMR)
• Check 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
• Accurately and thoroughly document medical visits and procedures as they are being performed by the Physician
• Prepare patients for treatments and minor procedures; measure and record vital signs (blood pressure, pulse, and respiration rate) as required
• Open and close exam rooms as needed
• Keep examination, treatment, laser and any other assigned rooms cleaned and stocked with supplies, and keep drug count up to date.
• General office duties and cleaning to be assigned by manager

QUALIFICATIONS

• Provides excellent patient care and is energetic and empathetic with patients
• Must comply with HIPAA confidentiality standards when communicating patient information
• Communication skills and the ability to coordinate and cooperate with all levels of employees in a courteous, professional manner at all times
• Organizational skills with focus on tracking patient care and improving patient flow
• 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
• Commitment to work over 40 hours to meet the needs of the business
• Ability to work weekends when applicable
• Reliable transportation that would allow employee to go to multiple work locations with minimal notice

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required
• Experience in at least one of the following is preferred (but NOT required): Fluorescein Angiography, Oculoplastics, Medically Necessary Contact Lens (optical experience, contact lens insertion and removals, RGPs, etc), Plastic surgery/med spa/esthetics
• Experience working in Ophthalmology and/or Optometry preferred
• Bilingual in English and Spanish is a plus

LICENSES AND CREDENTIALS

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

SYSTEMS AND TECHNOLOGY

• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook
• Experience using Electronic Medical Records (EMR) systems
• Computer proficiency and ability to quickly learn new applications

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• This role requires a varietyphysicalactivities 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.