Ophthalmic Technician Trainer
About The Position
Ophthalmic Technician Trainer – Lead, Mentor, and Elevate Our Clinical Team! Compensation: $24–$35/hr Are you a skilled Ophthalmic Technician who loves teaching, developing others, and helping teams thrive? Northwest Eyes is seeking an Ophthalmic Technician Trainer to play a key role in shaping the next generation of clinical talent. This is a unique opportunity to combine your technical expertise with leadership, mentorship, and the satisfaction of advancing quality patient care. In this role, you’ll support technician onboarding, guide professional growth, ensure clinical excellence, and contribute to clinical research efforts. If you're passionate about education, process improvement, and elevating standards of care, we’d love to meet you.
Requirements
- Strong knowledge of ophthalmic diagnostics, workflows, and clinical best practices
- Understanding of healthcare compliance standards (HIPAA, MIPS)
- Experience with clinical research coordination (GCP certification a plus)
- Ability to train, mentor, and engage staff across diverse learning styles
- Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership skills
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office or Google Workspace
- High attention to detail and strong interpersonal skills
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- COA or COT certification preferred
- Minimum 3 years of ophthalmic technician experience, including training or supervisory responsibilities
- Experience in compliance oversight or clinical research coordination preferred
- Must maintain required licensure, certifications, and training
Nice To Haves
- COA or COT certification
- Experience in compliance oversight or clinical research coordination
- Experience with clinical research coordination (GCP certification a plus)
Responsibilities
- Lead structured training programs for new and experienced technicians, ensuring core competencies are met within 90 days
- Deliver advanced training modules such as Tech T-levels and specialized diagnostic testing
- Provide one-on-one coaching to build skill mastery and support career advancement
- Track and document training progress, reporting outcomes to leadership
- Ensure compliance with HIPAA, MIPS, and internal policies
- Review documentation accuracy, safety practices, and patient interaction standards
- Support proper handling and disposal of medical information
- Collaborate with leadership to improve workflows, training processes, and technician engagement
- Assist with clinical research activities, including coordinating studies, scheduling participants, managing documentation, and ensuring GCP compliance
- Act as a liaison between providers, research teams, and participants
- Identify opportunities to enhance patient flow, efficiency, and quality of care
- Adapt to evolving clinic needs with flexibility
- Perform additional duties as assigned
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Robust ancillary benefits
- 401(k) with employer contribution
- Company-paid life insurance
- Generous PTO and paid holidays
- Supportive, inclusive work culture – EEO employer
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
