Ophthalmic Technician - Willing to train

Northwest Eye Surgeons; Spokane Valley (WA); On-site; USD 27,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary DOE

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k) Plan with employer contribution

Company Paid Life Insurance

Generous PTO/Holiday

EEO Statement

Job summary

Empire Eye Clinic in Spokane Valley, WA is seeking an Ophthalmic Technician to join our progressive ophthalmic medical and surgical practice. The role supports providers with clinical procedures, room flow, and patient communication, with on-the-job training provided.

You'll document medical histories, operate ophthalmic equipment, and help maintain instruments while upholding HIPAA standards. A high school diploma and 1 year ophthalmic assistant experience are preferred; a rewarding work

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required or preferred with ophthalmic experience.
• Minimum basic medical terminology knowledge and ability to document patient data.
• Ability to work in a team and multitask in a fast-paced clinical setting.
• Maintains HIPAA procedures and patient confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Assist providers in ophthalmic procedures, room flow, and status communication to patient and provider.
• Ensure patient understands all instructions and document medical histories.
• Operate ophthalmic equipment and sterilize instruments.
• Maintain ophthalmic instruments and equipment; support staff as needed.

Skills

Basic medical terminology

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Multitasking

Interpersonal skills

Communication

HIPAA compliance

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

1 year ophthalmic assistant experience preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

G-Suite

Job description

Job Type: Full-time

Empire Eye Clinic is a progressive ophthalmic medical and surgical practice, and we are searching Ophthalmic Technician for our Spokane Valley Clinic. Our Company is nationally recognized, with vast clinical experience in a wide variety of eye surgical services, advanced technology, and proven results. Our Company is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion and believes that success requires an environment where colleagues are respected and valued.

An ideal candidate will be patient-focused with a love for the senior community.

We will assist you with on-the-job training to help you reach your goals as an Ophthalmic Technician. Empire Eye Clinic fosters growth as you will be exposed to a wide variety of optical cases, on-the-job training, and partnering with our diverse staff, surgeons, and physicians.

Enjoy an exceptional and rewarding work environment as well as a phenomenal work-to-home life balance. If this sounds like the opportunity you were looking for, then Empire Eye Clinic can help you reach your career goals!

Responsibilities

• Assist providers in performing clinical functions such as ophthalmic procedures, room flow, and status communication to the patient and provider
• Ensures the patient understands all instructions.
• Take and document patients' medical histories.
• Operates ophthalmic equipment
• Sterilize instruments and maintain ophthalmic instruments or equipment.

Requirements

• Basic knowledge of medical terminology
• Problem-solving math skills
• Knowledgeable with Microsoft Office Suite or G-Suite
• Effectively work in a team environment.
• Demonstrated multitasking and adaptability
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Comfortable with communication via phone, internet, and in-person
• Ability to maintain and follow HIPAA procedures and policies

Education And Experience

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• One (1) year experience as an ophthalmic assistant preferred

Benefits

• Competitive Salary $19.96 -$28.17 hr DOE
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Robust Ancillary Benefits
• 401(k) Plan with employer contribution
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Generous PTO/Holiday
• EEO Statement

We encourage you to explore our careers website to learn more about who we are, our culture, our physician leadership, and the communities we serve. You'll also find additional information about our locations and what it's like to build your career with Sight Partners. Sight Partners Careers.

Salary Description

$19.96 - $28.17