Ophthalmic Technician - Willing to Train!

Stiles Eyecare Excellence; Overland Park (KS); Vor Ort; USD 40.000 - 52.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Full Benefits Package

401k + Employer Matching

Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays

Paid Maternity Leave

Competitive Base Pay

Employee Discounts

Zusammenfassung

Stiles Eyecare Excellence in Overland Park, KS is seeking an Ophthalmic Technician who is willing to train. The role supports doctors in preliminary testing and patient care, with opportunities to learn essential diagnostic procedures and EMR documentation.

This full-time position offers a full benefits package, 401k with matching, PTO and holidays, and growth potential as you gain experience in a busy eye care practice.

Qualifikationen

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

Aufgaben

• 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

Kenntnisse

Basic computer skills

Excellent communication with patients

Team-oriented

Patient-focused

Ausbildung

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Outlook

Jobbeschreibung

Ophthalmic Technician - Willing to Train!

Overland Park, KS

Job Title: Ophthalmic Technician - Willing to Train!

Company: Stiles Eyecare Excellence

Location: Overland Park, KS 66213

Perks:

• 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

Hours:

• Full Time
• Our offices are open from Monday-Friday 8am-5pm.
  • 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

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) 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 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.