Refractive Ophthalmic Technician

Socket.dev; Leawood (KS); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & dental insurance

401(k) retirement plan with employer-m

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Ongoing training and certification

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Discover Vision Centers in the Kansas City area is seeking a Refractive Technician to support physicians and ensure a smooth patient experience. Training is provided for candidates with no ophthalmology background, and successful applicants will learn essential diagnostic testing and refraction procedures.

Responsibilities include taking histories, pre-testing, measuring visual acuity, and assisting with contact lens evaluations. A strong patient-first mindset and good computer skills are valued.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Strong computer and data entry skills.
• One year of medical or ophthalmic office experience preferred.
• COA or COT certification preferred, but not required for otherwise qualified candidates.
• Excellent communication skills and a patient-first mindset.

Responsibilities

• Gathering patient medical histories
• Performing patient work-ups and pre-testing
• Measuring visual acuity and performing pupil assessments
• Conducting diagnostic testing such as applanation tonometry, OCT, corneal topography, and keratometry
• Performing manual refractions and assisting with contact lens evaluations
• Accurately scribing for physicians during patient exams
• Supporting physicians and clinical staff to maintain efficient patient flow

Skills

JCAHPO skills

Refractometry basics

Optics & refraction

Diagnostic testing accuracy

EMR computer literacy

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

EMR software

Job description

Description

At Discover Vision Centers, we believe exceptional patient care starts with a strong, collaborative team. Our professionals work together every day to deliver the highest level of eye care to our patients across the Kansas City area.

We are currently seeking a Refractive Technician to join our growing team of dedicated professionals who share one goal: delivering outstanding patient care.

No Experience? No Problem.

At Discover Vision Centers, we believe in investing in people. No prior ophthalmology experience is required. We provide hands-on training and mentorship to help you build the skills needed to succeed in this specialized field.

If you are motivated, detail-oriented, and eager to learn from some of the region’s leading eye care professionals, this is a great opportunity to begin or grow your career in ophthalmology.

Essential Skills & Abilities

• Demonstrate advanced comprehension of ophthalmic assistant skills as outlined by the Joint Commission on Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology (JCAHPO)
  


• Possess a basic understanding of optics and the ability to perform refractometry
  


• Demonstrate knowledge of the principles of optics, refraction, and contact lenses
  


• Maintain strong attention to detail and accuracy when performing diagnostic testing
  


• Demonstrate strong computer literacy and comfort working with EMR systems
  

What You’ll Do

As a Refractive Technician, you will play an important role in supporting physicians and ensuring a smooth patient experience.

Responsibilities include:

• Gathering patient medical histories
  


• Performing patient work-ups and pre-testing
  


• Measuring visual acuity and performing pupil assessments
  


• Conducting diagnostic testing such as applanation tonometry, OCT, corneal topography, and keratometry
  


• Performing manual refractions and assisting with contact lens evaluations
  


• Accurately scribing for physicians during patient exams
  


• Supporting physicians and clinical staff to maintain efficient patient flow

Requirements

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required


• Strong computer and data entry skills


• One year of medical or ophthalmic office experience preferred


• COA or COT certification preferred, but not required for otherwise qualified candidates


• Excellent communication skills and a patient-first mindset

Benefits

We value work-life balance and want our employees to thrive both personally and professionally. Our competitive benefits package includes:

• Health & dental insurance


• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match


• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) program


• Ongoing training and certification support


• Opportunities for career growth within our expanding organization