Ophthalmic Technician | Metro Atlanta
About The Position
A well-established, multi-location ophthalmology practice serving patients throughout Metro Atlanta is recruiting Ophthalmic Technicians. The role is suited to experienced ophthalmic technicians, COAs, COTs, and optometric technicians interested in expanding their skills in an ophthalmology setting. Technicians work alongside physicians and clinical teams, performing patient workups and testing that support examinations and quality care. This is a full-time, daytime position, Monday through Friday. Most clinic schedules begin around 7:30 a.m., with some provider schedules beginning as early as 7:00 a.m. Technicians may travel with their assigned physician or provider between multiple offices across Metro Atlanta. Reliable transportation and flexibility to work at multiple locations are required; mileage reimbursement is provided for required travel. Compensation is $18.00–$23.00 per hour based on experience, technical skills, certification, and overall fit. Candidates with significant ophthalmology experience and/or COA/COT certification may be considered for compensation above the standard entry range based on experience and skills assessment.
Requirements
- Experience in ophthalmology or optometry is strongly preferred.
- Reliable transportation and flexibility to work at multiple clinic offices are required.
- Patient-care and testing experience relevant to ophthalmic or optometric work is sought; experience with every listed test is not required.
Nice To Haves
- COA or COT certification is preferred but not required.
- Experience with patient workups, visual acuity, auto-refraction, refraction, tonometry, visual fields, OCT, fundus photography, dilation, patient triage, contact lens education, electronic medical records, or procedure or injection preparation.
- Significant ophthalmology experience and/or COA/COT certification may support consideration for compensation above the standard entry range.
Responsibilities
- Prepare and work up patients before physician examinations.
- Obtain and document patient histories, medications, and chief complaints.
- Perform visual acuity testing and other preliminary testing.
- Assist with refraction, tonometry, dilation, and visual field testing.
- Perform ophthalmic diagnostic testing based on training and experience.
- Document patient information accurately in the electronic medical record.
- Prepare charts and patients for procedures and physician visits.
- Assist physicians and clinical staff throughout the patient care process.
- Provide patient education and instructions.
- Support efficient patient flow in a fast-paced ophthalmology environment.
Benefits
- Mileage reimbursement for required travel between locations.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
