Ophthalmic Technician

Midwest Eye Consultants • Auburn, IN

4d • $14

About The Position

At Midwest Eye Consultants, the Ophthalmic Technician supports an exceptional patient experience by combining eye-health technology with compassionate care. The role prepares patients and examination rooms, performs preliminary and ancillary testing, and assists physicians with examinations and procedures. Training is provided for candidates without prior experience.

The Technician provides information critical to physicians’ care and treatment decisions and performs administrative and clinical functions, including obtaining patient histories, scheduling patients, preparing examination rooms, and supporting doctors during examinations. The role also helps maintain practice quality standards and effective communication throughout the patient experience.

Requirements

• Ability to stand for sustained periods and perform stooping, grasping, lifting, talking, and hearing.
• Ability to perform light work, including regularly lifting up to 15 pounds from floor to waist, 5 pounds from waist to shoulder, and 5 pounds from shoulder overhead.
• Visual acuity sufficient to determine the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of assigned work.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for eye examinations and explain the features and benefits of preliminary testing procedures.
• Perform preliminary tests and any additional tests requested by the doctor.
• Assist optometrists and ophthalmologists with patient procedures.
• Coordinate patient scheduling, monitor patient flow, and communicate delays.
• Prepare examination rooms by cleaning instruments and maintaining medication and supply inventory.
• Maintain a safe, clean, organized, and welcoming environment for patients and staff.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as determined by the office manager or team lead and doctors.

Benefits

• Starting wage of $14 or more per hour, based on previous experience.
• 6.5 paid holidays per year.
• Approximately 10 days of paid time off within the first year.
• Health, dental, and vision benefits and a 401(k).
• Company-paid certification program offering opportunities for growth and wage increases.
• Training support from a dedicated team of trainers.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed