Senior Ophthalmic Technician

Comp Eyecare; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous Paid Time Off

Medical, dental and vision benefits

Paid Holidays

Company paid life insurance

401(K)

Paid mileage between practices during

Ongoing education with certification

Vision discounts on products and

Job summary

Shepherd Eye Center in Las Vegas, NV seeks a Senior Ophthalmic Technician to perform advanced clinical testing, streamline patient flow and mentor team members. The role requires a minimum of two years' ophthalmic tech experience and a COA certification preferred; HIPAA privacy compliance and strong customer service are essential.

The position involves tests such as Visual fields, OCT, and Corneal Topography, with venipuncture as needed, and responsibilities include inventory and prescription

Qualifications

• Minimum of two (2) years of ophthalmic technician experience.
• One year of customer-facing work experience required.
• High school diploma or GED preferred; COA certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ability to perform specialized eye exam testing while streamlining patient flow.
• Support additional diagnostic tests: Visual fields, OCT, Corneal Topography, Venipuncture, etc.
• Assist with ophthalmic supplies inventory and instrument handling.
• Provide phone support for prescription refills as authorized by the physician.
• Adhere to HIPAA guidelines to maintain patient confidentiality and privacy.
• Perform other duties as necessary.

Skills

Ophthalmic testing

Customer service

HIPAA/privacy compliance

Team mentorship

Education

High School diploma / GED

COA certification preferred

Tools

Visual fields

OCT

Corneal Topography

Venipuncture

Job description

Senior Ophthalmic Technician# Senior Ophthalmic TechnicianFully Remote • Shepherd Eye Center - Las Vegas, NV 89121## OverviewLevelSeniorPosition TypeFull TimeEducation LevelHigh SchoolTravel PercentageNoneCategoryHealth Care## DescriptionComprehensive EyeCare Partners is one of the nation’s largest vision care management service organization. CompEye is focused on providing best-in-class, full-spectrum practice management and administrative services to its affiliated physicians and practices in support of their mission to deliver clinical excellence. Our Mission: Building the nation’s preeminent eye care services company by partnering with world class physicians to drive superior clinical and surgical outcomes, while optimizing the patient experience.# **Position Summary**The **Sr. Ophthalmic Technician** is a seasoned professional in the field of eye care, responsible for performing advanced clinical and technical duties while also providing mentorship and expertise within the eye care team.# **Roles and Responsibilities*** Ability to perform specialized eye exam testing while streamlining patient flow.* Other diagnostic testing may include: Visual fields, OCT, Corneal Topography, Venipuncture, etc..* May assist with inventory of ophthalmic supplies, including pharmaceuticals and instruments on a regular basis.* Provides phone support with request for prescription refills as authorized by the physician.* Adhere to legal and regulatory requirements, such as HIPPA guidelines, to maintain patient confidentially and privacy.* May perform other duties as necessary# **Experience Requirements*** Minimum of two (2) years of experience as an ophthalmic technician.* One year experience in a customer facing position required.# **Education Requirements*** High school diploma or GED preferred* Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) certification preferred# **Physical Demands**While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to stay focused.# **Benefits*** Generous Paid Time Off* Medical, dental and vision benefits* Paid Holidays* Company paid life insurance* 401(K)* Paid mileage between practices during work hour* On-going education available including certification reimbursement* Discount Programs Including Vision discounts on products and services