Medical Assistant, Ophthalmology

Job Title

Medical Assistant (Ophthalmic Technician)

Bennett & Bloom Eye Centers

Louisville, KY

Travel to our other offices will be required as needed; mileage reimbursement is paid.

No medical/eyecare experience required.

• Full Benefits Package – Medical, Vision, Dental and Life Insurance
• 401(k) + Employer Matching
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays
• Paid Maternity Leave
• Eyecare Education Reimbursement
• Competitive Base Pay
• Employee Discounts

• Full Time
• Our offices are open Monday–Friday 7 am–7 pm. Shifts will fit within these hours and may start earlier or end later as needed.

• High School Diploma or GED Equivalent
• Favorable result on Background Check
• Basic computer skills
• Strong customer service skills
• Excitement to learn and grow

• Facilitate patient flow
• Assist the doctor with preliminary testing
• Verify medical and vision insurance
• Communicate effectively with patients, doctors, and managers
• Answer inquiries via phone, email, and in‑person requests

An Ophthalmic Technician assists an Ophthalmologist in delivering excellent patient care during visits, handling a wide range of duties and operating equipment for initial testing to prepare patients for the exam.

• Provide exceptional customer service during every patient encounter (in person or via phone)
• Display a professional attitude, greet patients promptly with a smile, and thank them when they leave
• Practice urgency at all times with patients’ time, the doctor’s time, and the schedule
• Comply with all company policies and procedures, including HIPAA
• Verify patient information by interviewing patient about medical history and current medications, and confirm purpose of visit
• Record data in the patient’s Electronic Medical Record (EMR)
• Check eye condition by observing pupils, muscles, visual acuity, and extraocular movements
• Perform diagnostic tests such as dilation, refraction, pressure tests, visual fields, OCT, GDX, IOL master, auto‑refractor, and topography
• Demonstrate knowledge of eye anatomy, diseases, symptoms, and ocular medications
• Conduct general office duties and cleaning as assigned by the manager

• Desire to gain industry knowledge and training
• Initiative in accomplishing practice goals
• Ability to grow, adapt, and accept change
• Create a positive work environment through teamwork and patient focus
• Interact courteously and professionally with all levels of staff
• Commitment to work over 40 hours when needed
• Reliable transportation to multiple work locations on short notice

• Minimum required:
  High school diploma or GED
• Minimum required:
  One year of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience

• Current Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) or Certified Ophthalmic Technician (COT) certification is preferred but not required

• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook

This role requires frequent walking (75%), sitting (50%), and standing (50%), with regular bending, stooping, and reaching (25–50%). Employees must lift, carry, push, and pull up to 25 lbs. Strong fine‑motor skills and full use of hands are essential. Visual and auditory acuity—including color, depth, peripheral vision, and focus adjustment—is required 100% of the time. Occasional driving or climbing may also be required.

If you need assistance with this application, please contact (636) 227‑2600. Do not contact the office directly – only resumes submitted through this website will be considered.

Eye Care Partners is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.