Ophthalmic Technician I - Ophthalmology Carmel
About The Position
Ophthalmic Technician-I (Ophthalmology) Full-Time | Days | 40 hours/week Hours: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM Primary: 10300 N Illinois St Suite 2200, Carmel, IN 46290. This role involves performing patient workups, supporting a high-volume clinic, and assisting with administrative tasks. The position offers a clear career ladder with raises at each level and a strong team culture focused on collaboration and learning. Responsibilities include performing patient workups (rooming patients, history, vision checks, imaging, etc.), supporting efficient workflows in a high-volume clinic, assisting with light administrative tasks, and communicating with patients via phone as needed. The company is Indiana's leading healthcare system focused on patient-centered care, offering a supportive team environment and professional development opportunities. The role requires performing ophthalmic, diagnostic procedures and ophthalmic/medical assistance in support of the clinical activities of the department. Performs preliminary ophthalmic examinations. Explains testing procedures to patients. Assists providers with post-op surgery patients. Maintains diagnostic equipment. Cleans all equipment in exam rooms consistent with current infection control policies. Will stock exam rooms and work areas, while checking for expired supplies. May assist in minor OR procedures and ocular injections. May provide back-up support for other departments as needed.
Requirements
- High School Diploma/GED
- 0-3 Years of Experience
- Basic Life Support certification required within 30 days of employment, through the AHA
- Requires knowledge of infection control principles
- Requires ability to effectively prioritize multiple patient care needs
Nice To Haves
- Experience preferred (one year)
- Previous optical or ophthalmic experience preferred, not required
- Experience in a healthcare setting or physician’s office a plus
- Other advanced life support certifications may be preferred per unit/department specialty according to patient care policies
- Experience with basic ophthalmic workup and testing preferred
- Prefer knowledge of exam room environment
Responsibilities
- Perform patient workups (rooming patients, history, vision checks, imaging, etc.)
- Support a high-volume clinic with efficient workflows
- Assist with light administrative tasks
- Communicate with patients via phone as needed
- Perform preliminary ophthalmic examinations
- Explain testing procedures to patients
- Assist providers with post-op surgery patients
- Maintain diagnostic equipment
- Clean all equipment in exam rooms consistent with current infection control policies
- Stock exam rooms and work areas, while checking for expired supplies
- May assist in minor OR procedures and ocular injections
- May provide back-up support for other departments as needed
Benefits
- 401(k) with employer match
- Tuition reimbursement
- Student loan forgiveness eligibility
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Wellness program with bi-weekly incentives
- Certifications and continuing education fully covered
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
