Ophthalmic Technician I

Atlantic Vision Partners • Forest, VA

17d

About The Position

As an Ophthalmic Technician I at Atlantic Vision Partners, you will collaborate with Ophthalmologists and Optometrists to provide high-quality direct patient care. The company provides on-site training and paid certifications to support employee development. The role includes clinical workups, patient documentation, ophthalmic testing, preparation for surgery, and equipment maintenance. Employees must comply with HIPAA, OSHA, and company policies and complete annual compliance training.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Dependable transportation and flexibility to travel to other offices as required.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to seek instruction in areas where the employee is not knowledgeable.
• Ability to recognize inconsistencies.
• Ability to perform essential job functions with or without accommodation, including using power hand tools and lifting a minimum of 70 pounds.
• Excellent verbal communication skills.
• Willingness to submit to a background check; drug screening applies to Ambulatory Surgery Centers only.
• Ability to remain stationary for extended periods and frequently use hands, fingers, and computer equipment.
• Ability to communicate effectively with patients and team members.
• Ability to occasionally lift, carry, push, or pull up to an unspecified weight.

Nice To Haves

• Associate degree preferred.
• Two or more years of experience in eye care preferred.

Responsibilities

• Obtain and document patient history.
• Follow office workup protocols.
• Determine visual acuity.
• Perform automated refraction.
• Administer eye drops, ointments, and irrigating solutions as ordered by a physician.
• Perform office duties and clinical tasks, including entering data into the EMR and providing patient services.
• Measure intraocular pressure using tonometry.
• Prepare patients pre-operatively.
• Maintain equipment and instruments.
• Complete annual compliance training and comply with HIPAA, OSHA, and company policies.

Benefits

• Paid training and career development.
• Growth and advancement opportunities.
• Supportive team environment.
• Competitive benefits package.
• Tuition reimbursement opportunities.
• Employee eyewear discounts.
• Referral bonus program.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k).
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Life and disability insurance.
• Continuing education support.
• Certification sponsorship.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED