Pediatric Ophthalmic Technician — Caring for Kids

Childrens Eye Center Of El Paso; El Paso (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Paid time off

Continuing education support

Job summary

Childrens Eye Center Of El Paso is looking for Certified Ophthalmic Assistants (COA) and Certified Ophthalmic Technicians (COT) to join our dedicated team providing exceptional eye care for children. Applicants should have a passion for working with kids and a commitment to quality patient care.

Responsibilities include recording patient history, measuring visual acuity, and supporting the ophthalmology team in a rewarding and dynamic work environment. We offer competitive pay, medical insurance, and opportunities for growth in pediatric ophthalmology.

Qualifications

• Prior pediatric or ophthalmic experience preferred, but not required if certified.
• Compassion, patience, and a genuine love for working with children.

Responsibilities

• Take and record patient history, medications, allergies.
• Measure near and distance visual acuity.
• Perform lens measurements with a manual lensometer.
• Assist with contact lens fittings and orientations.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Patient care

Education

Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) or Certified Ophthalmic Technician (COT)

Job description

Childrens Eye Center Of El Paso is looking for Certified Ophthalmic Assistants (COA) and Certified Ophthalmic Technicians (COT) to join our dedicated team providing exceptional eye care for children. Applicants should have a passion for working with kids and a commitment to quality patient care.

Responsibilities include recording patient history, measuring visual acuity, and supporting the ophthalmology team in a rewarding and dynamic work environment. We offer competitive pay, medical insurance, and opportunities for growth in pediatric ophthalmology.