Ophthalmic Technician

Eye Clinic of Wisconsin • Wausau, WI

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The Ophthalmic Technician assists with patient care by performing portions of patient examinations and a variety of preliminary tests as directed by physician orders. The role involves direct patient interaction and requires attention to detail to ensure procedures are performed accurately and efficiently, helping physicians assess patients and support their vision and overall well-being. The technician is part of a team that emphasizes patient comfort, empathy, professionalism, safety, and customer service.

Staff are assigned a home location among the clinic’s eight locations, but travel to satellite locations is required. Work hours depend on the needs of the clinic. The job requires extended periods of sitting or standing and occasional lifting, bending, stooping, pushing, pulling, and climbing stairs. Other duties may be assigned by management, and reasonable accommodations are available for individuals with disabilities.

Requirements

• High school diploma.
• Commitment to achieve Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) certification within one year of joining the team.
• Ability to use medical and office equipment safely and efficiently.
• Ability to foster positive working relationships with physicians and staff.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced medical environment while adhering to HIPAA compliance regulations.
• Strong computer software and typing skills.
• Understanding of medical terminology and basic eye anatomy.
• Knowledge of examination equipment operation and maintenance.
• Positive attitude and ability to work independently.
• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods.
• Ability to occasionally lift 30 pounds, bend, stoop, push, pull, and climb stairs.
• Ability to travel to satellite clinic locations.

Responsibilities

• Assist with patient care by performing portions of patient examinations.
• Perform preliminary tests as directed by physician orders.
• Interact with patients and help make their experience comfortable and informative.
• Use medical and office equipment safely and efficiently.
• Maintain knowledge of examination equipment operation and maintenance to support daily operations.
• Travel from the assigned home location to satellite clinic locations as required.
• Perform other job duties as requested by management.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Employee discounts
• Competitive salary based on experience

What This Job Offers

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