Ophthalmic Technician I

SIEHT • Fredericksburg, VA

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About The Position

Vision Innovation Partners is seeking an Ophthalmic Technician I to join its patient care team. The role supports providers with diagnostic and treatment-oriented procedures and administrative tasks. The employer is willing to provide on-the-job training and experience to candidates pursuing a career as an ophthalmic technician or scribe. The company emphasizes patient outcomes and experiences, growth and development, and its Shared Values – PATIENTS.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED certificate.
• Previous medical-field experience in a role such as medical assistant, medical scribe, patient care technician, nursing assistant, or pharmacy technician.
• Experience with EMR tools.
• Proficiency with MS Office tools, including Outlook, Excel, and Word.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working as an ophthalmic technician or scribe.

Responsibilities

• Take medical histories and verify information.
• Perform visual function and diagnostic tests, such as applanation tonometry, refraction, and retinoscopy.
• Use a Humphrey field analyzer and OCT to take eye measurements.
• Inform the ophthalmologist about changes to a patient's visual acuity and other vision issues.
• Dilate patients' eyes in preparation for eye exams.
• Explain the proper use of eye drops or other medications.
• Explain the proper use of contact lenses.
• Assist with inventory management.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package.
• Excellent comprehensive benefits.
• 401(K).
• Significant eye care discounts.
• Continuing education allowances.
• Career growth and development.
• PTO and holidays off.

What This Job Offers

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