Your Eye Care Career Starts Here! Traveling Ophthalmic Technician – Georgetown

Austin Retina Associates; Georgetown (TX); Presencial; USD 25.000 - 36.000; Tempo integral

Benefícios oferecidos por esta vaga

Medical plans

HSA contribution

Dental & Vision

Long-term disability & life insurance

401(k) safe harbor match

Paid Time Off

Resumo da vaga

Austin Retina Associates is seeking an entry-level Ophthalmic Technician to support patient care across Georgetown, Killeen, Temple, Liberty Hill, Granger, and Waco. The role includes gathering medical histories, vision testing, imaging, and assisting physicians during procedures. Training is provided for those new to ophthalmology.

Travel between clinics is expected, with company transportation available. Bilingual Spanish is a plus, and a Texas driver’s license is required.

Qualificações

• Entry-level role with comprehensive training provided.
• Bilingual in Spanish a plus.
• Valid Texas driver’s license required.

Responsabilidades

• Assist and guide patients during visits, gathering medical histories and assisting physicians.
• Perform vision testing and imaging.
• Prepare exam rooms and document clinical notes.
• Support physicians during treatments and procedures.
• Travel to multiple clinics as needed; company transportation available.

Conhecimentos

Bilingual in Spanish

Willingness to travel

Descrição da vaga

Entry Level Traveling Ophthalmic Technician- We Will Train for our Georgetown Clinic

Austin Retina Associates is seeking passionate team members who want to make an impact, caring for patients in Georgetown, Killeen, Temple, Liberty Hill, Granger & Waco. Make a difference, grow your career and join our award-winning Top Workplaces team today!

Members work side-by-side with our physicians to deliver exceptional retina care—helping protect and preserve patients’ sight every single day. Our technicians consistently share how rewarding this work is, knowing they make a real, lasting impact in people’s lives. If you are ready to be part of something bigger, join our #SavingSightSquad and help us have an influence—one patient at a time.

No prior ophthalmic experience? No problem. This is a fantastic entry point into the medical field! Recognized as a Healthcare Industry Top Workplaces 2025, we provide comprehensive training for individuals who are dependable, eager to learn, and are passionate about helping others.

A Day in the Life (aka What You’ll Do)
During triage, you will be the steady, compassionate presence to patients—assisting and guiding them through each step of their visit, listening to their concerns, and helping them feel at ease. As an Ophthalmic Technician, you are at the heart of patient care—gathering medical histories, performing vision testing and imaging, preparing exam rooms, documenting clinical notes, and supporting physicians during treatments and procedures. You will get to travel to all locations, company transportation available!

Every interaction is a chance to live our core values: Serving with Compassion, Striving for Excellence, and Practicing Humility. You will connect with patients and teammates through clear, caring communication, helping create a smooth, supportive experience from start to finish.

Some days may include travel between clinics, early mornings, or later hours, with shared driving responsibilities—but you will always be supported by an incredible team. Along the way, you will build expertise in ophthalmic care and systems, all while making a meaningful difference in preserving patients’ sight. Our Team members rank Austin Retina at the top for Innovation, Meaningful Work, Strong Values, and Supportive Managers.

Other Important Details

• Schedule will vary based on assigned location, tasks and/or assigned physician
• Very occasional weekend days although schedule is generally Monday to Friday
• Bilingual in Spanish a plus
• Valid Texas driver’s license with satisfactory driving record
• Hourly pay, FLSA non-exempt, eligible for overtime

Physical Demands and Requirements

Sitting up to 4 hours a day; standing and walking; talking and hear both in person and by telephone; using hands to finger, handle and feel objects or controls; reach with hands and arms. Regularly required to stoop, kneel, bend, crouch, and lift to 25 pounds on occasion. Specific vision abilities required by this job include viewing multiple computer screens, close vision, distance vision, depth perception, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus. Viewing images and operating computer devices constantly

Benefits and more!

• Choice of 3 Medical plans, 1 is 100% employer paid after 60 days
• HSA employer contribution
• Dental & Vision
• Company paid long-term disability and life insurance
• 3% 401 (k) safe harbor contribution
• Paid Time off plus 8 holidays
• Short-term disability, voluntary life insurance, hospital indemnity, critical illness, accident, and pet insurance
• Gym Membership
• Annual reviews
• Opportunities for growth
• Fun rewards & recognition program and more!