Ophthalmic Technician

OCLI Vision • East Patchogue, NY

3h • $20 - $25

About The Position

Spectrum Vision Partners / OCLI Vision is seeking an experienced, patient-focused Ophthalmic Technician – Level 2 to support physicians in providing 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 on a day shift; Saturday availability may be required depending on office location. Travel between multiple offices may be needed.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability and willingness to work toward Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) certification.
• Strong clinical communication, organizational skills, and attention to detail.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to travel between multiple offices as needed.
• Completion of the Ophthalmic Technician Level 2 competency checklist within 90 days of hire is required.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

• Verify patient identity; prepare patients for testing; and 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, and assist with refraction or office procedures when applicable.
• Complete the Ophthalmic Technician Level 2 competency checklist within 90 days of hire.

What This Job Offers

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