Refractive Ophthalmic Technician

Discover Vision; Leawood, Northern (KS, KY); Hybrid; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & dental insurance

401(k) with employer match

PTO

Training & certification support

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Discover Vision Centers in the Kansas City area is seeking a Refractive Technician to join a collaborative team delivering high-quality eye care. No prior ophthalmology experience is required, as we provide hands-on training and mentorship to help you build the skills needed to succeed in this specialized field.

As part of the role you’ll assist physicians, gather patient histories, perform pre-testing and refractions, measure visual acuity, and support diagnostic testing while ensuring a

Qualifications

• Basic ophthalmic knowledge and skills for patient testing and documentation.
• No prior ophthalmology experience is required; hands-on training provided.
• Familiarity with EMR systems and accurate data entry is important.

Responsibilities

• Gather patient medical histories.
• Perform patient work-ups and pre-testing.
• Measure visual acuity and conduct pupil assessments.
• Run diagnostic tests (tonometry, OCT, topography, keratometry).
• Perform manual refractions and assist with contact lens evaluations.
• Accurately scribe for physicians during exams.
• Support workflow for efficient patient flow.

Skills

Ophthalmic knowledge

Refractometry basics

Optics principles

Attention to detail

EMR proficiency

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

EMR systems

Diagnostic equipment

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