Ophthalmic Technician - Part Time

SightMD•New York, NY

About The Position

SightMD is seeking a part-time Ophthalmic Technician to assist physicians and provide administrative and clinical support across patient care. The technician prepares patients and examination rooms, performs routine vision screening and advanced diagnostic testing, administers eye medications, maintains ophthalmic instruments and equipment, and assists physicians with minor surgical and laser procedures. The role requires professional English and Spanish proficiency and at least one year of ophthalmic technician experience. A Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) certification is required, or the employee must enroll within one year and complete it within two years of hire. The rotating schedule includes days, evenings, and weekends. The hourly pay rate is $24.50.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Professional proficiency in both English and Spanish.
At least one year of experience as an Ophthalmic Technician.
Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) certification required, or enrollment within one year and completion within two years of hire.
Strong customer service skills and a professional, friendly demeanor.
Excellent organizational, time-management, and multitasking abilities.
Problem-solving skills and strong attention to detail.
Comfort engaging in face-to-face interactions with patients and staff.
Ability to stand for long periods.

Responsibilities

Greet and communicate with patients and their families in a caring and respectful manner.
Document the chief complaint, history of present illness, review of systems, and other relevant information during patient evaluations.
Coordinate and obtain prior authorizations for medications in accordance with insurance requirements.
Perform pre-exam testing, including visual acuity, pinhole and glare testing, confrontational visual fields, extraocular muscle testing, pupillary evaluation, tonometry, angle assessment, and dilation.
Conduct diagnostic testing, including OCT, fundus photography, IOL Master, Pentacam, A-scan, B-scan, Wave Scan/Vario, keratometry, lensometry, and visual field testing.
Perform specialized testing as requested, including color vision screening, stereopsis, dry eye testing, optical biometry, and refractometry.
Assist with in-office minor surgical procedures and laser treatments.
Complete physician-authorized prescription refill requests and document them in patient charts.
Track, document, and communicate laboratory results to physicians and patients promptly.
Educate patients on medication use and provide physician-directed pre- and post-operative instructions.
Assist with contact lens fittings and instruct patients on lens insertion, removal, and care.
Maintain inventory of ophthalmic supplies, pharmaceuticals, and instruments.
Inspect and help maintain clinical examination equipment; report damage, coordinate repairs, and request replacements as needed.
Clean surgical instruments in preparation for sterilization.
Shut down and clean diagnostic testing equipment as needed.
Check and record medical refrigerator temperatures daily, monitor supply dates, and manage inventory.
Open and close examination rooms daily, including cleaning equipment, charging devices, and securing instruments.
Assist with opening and closing the clinic as needed.
Follow safety protocols and clinic procedures.
Monitor and respond to work emails and use shared tools such as Google Drive to stay informed.
Protect patient privacy and maintain confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA.
Participate in training and educational opportunities, including webinars and in-service sessions.
Perform additional duties as assigned or directed by the supervisor.