Ophthalmic Technician

Ophthalmic Technician

Full-Time | In-Person | Lombard & Darien, IL

DuPage Ophthalmology is seeking a skilled, patient-focused Ophthalmic Technician to join our growing practice. This role reports directly to the Practice Administrator and works closely with our physicians to deliver exceptional clinical care and an outstanding patient experience.

If you are detail-oriented, compassionate, and thrive in a fast-paced medical environment, we’d love to meet you.

Perform comprehensive patient evaluations including:

• Chief complaint and history of present illness
• Review of systems
• Accurate documentation of ocular findings in compliance with regulatory standards

Conduct pre‑exam testing including:

• Visual acuity (pinhole and glare testing)
• Confrontational visual fields
• Extraocular muscle assessment
• Pupillary evaluation
• Tonometry
• Angle assessment and dilation
• Color vision and stereopsis testing

Perform lensometry and manual refractions

Conduct specialized diagnostic testing such as:

• Visual field
• A‑scan
• OCT
• Ophthalmic photography

Assist physicians with in‑office minor surgical procedures and laser treatments

Provide patient education on medication administration and pre/post‑operative instructions

Process prescription refill requests with complete and accurate documentation

Maintain and troubleshoot clinical equipment

Clean and prepare surgical instruments for sterile processing

Open and close exam lanes, ensuring equipment is sanitized, powered down, and properly stored

Follow all OSHA and office safety protocols

Understand insurance plans, referral processes, and authorization requirements

Maintain strict patient confidentiality

Support front office functions when needed:

• Patient check‑in and check‑out
• Triage emergency calls and schedule appropriately
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support the team

Patient‑centered with a strong commitment to quality care

Team‑oriented and adaptable

Self‑aware with a strong work ethic

High school diploma or equivalent required

Certification preferred (not required but financially rewarded)

Bilingual English/Spanish preferred

Willingness to work at both Lombard and Darien locations as needed

$22.00 – $30.00 per hour (based on Technical Skills Evaluation and qualifications)

Annual performance‑based bonus

Competitive healthcare package

Generous PTO + 6 paid holidays

Employee discount

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• 401(k)
• Bonus based on performance
• Competitive salary
• Employee discounts
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Profit sharing
• Training & development