Ophthalmic Technician

OCLI Vision • East Patchogue, NY

24d

About The Position

Spectrum Vision Partners / OCLI Vision is seeking an experienced, patient-focused Ophthalmic Technician – Level 2 to support physicians in delivering high-quality, patient-centered eye care. The role performs patient workups and ophthalmic testing, supports clinical procedures and patient flow, and helps maintain accurate diagnostic results and safe clinical operations. Level 2 technicians also track prior authorizations, may assist with refraction and office procedures where applicable, and help train and mentor Ophthalmic Testers and Level 1 Technicians. The position is full-time, with a day-shift schedule. Saturday availability may be required based on office location, and travel between multiple offices may be needed.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Ability and willingness to work toward Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) certification.
• Strong clinical communication, organization, and attention to detail.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to travel between multiple offices as needed.
• Complete the Ophthalmic Technician Level 2 competency checklist within 90 days of hire.
• Saturday availability may be required based on office location.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with EMR/EHR applications; NextGen is preferred but not required.
• Previous customer service and/or medical experience is preferred.
• Knowledge of ocular pharmacology is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Verify patient identity and prepare patients for testing.
• Obtain and document ocular and medical histories, medications, allergies, and other relevant information.
• Perform vision measurements and ophthalmic testing, including visual fields, OCT, A-Scan/IOL Master, B-Scan, ophthalmic photography, corneal topography, endothelial cell count, dry eye testing, auto refraction, tonometry, and lensometry.
• Process, review, and track prior authorization requests and ensure patient charts reflect current authorization status.
• Assist with patient messages, recognize and escalate urgent concerns, explain testing and visit steps, and communicate patient needs to providers and clinical staff.
• Prepare and stock exam rooms, maintain supplies, operate and maintain diagnostic equipment, process specimens when assigned, and follow infection prevention and safety protocols.
• Support multiple ophthalmic subspecialties.
• Train and mentor Ophthalmic Testers and Level 1 Technicians.
• Assist with refraction or office procedures when applicable.

What This Job Offers

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