Ophthalmic Technician - Willing to Train!

Cavanaugh-Eye-Center; Overland Park (KS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full Benefits Package - Medical,Vision

Dental and Life Insurance

401k + Employer Matching

Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays

Paid Maternity Leave

Employee Discounts

Competitive Base Pay

Job summary

Cavanaugh Eye Center in Overland Park, KS seeks an Ophthalmic Technician who is willing to train to grow with the practice. The role supports physicians with preliminary testing and patient processing in a full-time schedule.

Knowledge of basic computer applications and strong communication are essential for interacting with patients and staff. Strong orientation to learning, HIPAA awareness, and reliable, team-oriented behavior are valued.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• At least 1 year of related experience or training.
• Background check with favorable result.
• Desire to learn and grow in ophthalmic services.
• Ability to interact professionally with patients and staff.

Responsibilities

• Assist the doctor in preliminary testing.
• Verify medical and vision insurances.
• Communicate effectively with patients, doctors, and managers.
• Answer inquiries by phone, email, and in person.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Excitement to learn

Effective communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

1 year related experience or training

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Outlook

Job description

Ophthalmic Technician - Willing to Train!

Overland Park, KS

Job Title: Ophthalmic Technician - Willing to Train!
Company: Cavanaugh Eye Center
Location: Overland Park, KS

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

Hours:

• Full Time
• Our offices are open Monday-Thursday 7:30am-6:00pm & Friday 7:30am-3:00pm
  • Your shifts will vary within these hours
  • 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
• 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

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

• 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 A ND TECHNOLOGY

• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook

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.

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.

EyeCare Partners and it's affiliated companies are an equal opportunity employer.

EyeCare Partners does not discriminate in employment on account of race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, age, sex (including sexual harassment), sexual orientation, marital status, physical or mental disability, military status or unfavorable discharge from military service.

I understand that neither the completion of this application nor any other part of my consideration for employment establishes any obligation for EyeCare Partners to hire me.

If I am hired, I understand that either EyeCare Partners or I can terminate my employment at any time and for any reason, with or without cause and without prior notice.

I understand that no representative of EyeCare Partners has the authority to make any assurance to the contrary.

I attest with my typed signature below that I have given to EyeCare Partners true and complete information on this application. No requested information has been concealed. I authorize EyeCare Partners to contact references provided for employment reference checks. If any information I have provided is untrue, or if I have concealed material information, I understand that this will constitute cause for the denial of employment or immediate dismissal.Signature: *

I attest that I am not an “Ineligible Person” and that I understand that I must immediately disclose to EyeCare Partners any debarment, exclusion, suspension. Ineligible Persons includes an individual or entity who is currently excluded, debarred, suspended, or otherwise ineligible to participate in the Federal health care programs or in Federal procurement or non procurement programs; or has been convicted of a criminal offense that falls within the ambit of 42 U.S.C. § 1320a-7(a), but has not yet been excluded, debarred, or suspended.Signature: *