Ophthalmic Technician II- Eye Clinic

Denver Health and Hospital Authority•Denver, CO

1d•Onsite

About The Position

We are recruiting for a mission-driven Ophthalmic Technician II- Eye Clinic to join our team! We're with you for life’s journey. At Denver Health, purpose isn’t just something we believe in—it’s something we live every day, for life’s journey. The Ophthalmic Technician II will be responsible for conducting ophthalmic technical support activities that assist the ophthalmologists, residents, and optometrists in delivering care to patients in the outpatient Eye Clinic.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED Required
1-3 years ophthalmic technician experience, multispecialty ophthalmic practice setting preferred
BLS-Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) - AHA - American Heart Association or American Red Cross Required
Epic EHR Documentation
Intermediate knowledge of ophthalmic assisting skills, including optics, refractometry, and ocular alignment

Responsibilities

Performs ocular examinations, including history taking, visual acuity, ocular motility assessment, intraocular pressure measurement, manual lensometry, and pupillary assessment.
Performs visual field testing, OCT, pachymetry, topography, A-scan biometry, and ocular photography.
Performs advanced refractometry and records findings accurately for provider review.
Provides patient education on contact lens care, glasses, and medications. Instructs patients on insertion and removal of scleral and RGP lenses.
Accurately troubleshoots patients presenting for a glasses recheck.
Demonstrates proficiency in fluorescein angiography, pediatric eye examinations, and cataract evaluations.
Assists with in-basket management and administrative tasks.
Responsible for stocking exam rooms and maintaining exam room equipment.

Benefits

Generous paid time off
Fully paid parental leave
Exceptional retirement contributions
Comprehensive health coverage
Nationally recognized well-being programs
Tuition assistance
Career advancement pathways
Professional development
Loan forgiveness eligibility
Employer contributions
Paid time off starting at 28 days per year, inclusive of vacation, personal/sick, and 7 Holidays
100% paid parental leave up to 6 weeks
Immediate eligibility for retirement plans with employer contribution up to 9.5%
Generous medical, dental, vision plans in addition to employer paid disability and life insurance.
Comprehensive well-being programs including on-site employee fitness center located on Denver Health main campus and nationally recognized RESTORE Center
Free RTD EcoPass (public transportation)
Childcare discount programs & exclusive perks on large brands, travel, and more
Tuition reimbursement & assistance
Education, coaching, and professional development opportunities through the Workforce Development Center (WFDC) that support internal career growth and advancement pathways
Professional clinical advancement program & shared governance
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer+ free student loan coaching and assistance navigating the PSLF program
National Health Service Corps (NHCS) and Colorado Health Service Corps (CHSC) eligible employer