Ophthalmic Technician

Eye Care Partners is the nation’s leading provider of clinically integrated eye care. Our national network of over 300 ophthalmologists and 700 optometrists provides a lifetime of care to our patients with a mission to enhance vision, advance eye care and improve lives. Based in St. Louis, Missouri, over 650 ECP-affiliated practice locations provide care in 18 states and 80 markets, providing services that span the eye care continuum.

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Company: Eyecare Associates of East Texas
Job Title: Ophthalmic Technician
Department: Ophthalmology
Reports To: Clinic Supervisor
Location: Tyler, TX

An Ophthalmic Technician assists an Ophthalmologist in providing excellent patient care during visits. This employee handles a wide range of duties while using equipment to perform the initial testing needed to prepare a patient for an exam with an Ophthalmologist.

• Display a professional attitude, greet patients promptly with a smile, and thank them when they leave
• Anticipate physician needs to facilitate the flow of the clinic
• Practice urgency at all times with patients’ time, as well as doctor’s time and schedule
• Comply with all company policies and procedures, including HIPAA
• Verify patient’s information by interviewing patient
• Record patient’s medical history and current medications and confirm purpose of visit
• Record all data in the patient’s Electronic Medical Record (EMR)
• Check condition of patient’s eyes by observing pupils, muscles, visual acuity, and extraocular movements
• Perform diagnostic tests including dilation, refraction, pressures, visual fields, OCT, GDX, IOL Master, autorefractor and topography
• Demonstrate working knowledge of eye anatomy, diseases, symptoms, and ocular medications
• Accurately and thoroughly document medical visits and procedures as they are performed by the Physician
• Prepare patients for treatments and minor procedures; measure and record vital signs (blood pressure, pulse, and respiration rate) as required
• Open and close exam rooms as needed
• Keep examination, treatment, laser, and any other assigned rooms cleaned and stocked with supplies; keep drug count up to date
• Perform general office duties and cleaning as assigned by manager

• Provides excellent patient care and is energetic and empathetic with patients
• Complies with HIPAA confidentiality standards when communicating patient information
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to coordinate and cooperate with all levels of employees in a courteous, professional manner at all times
• Strong organizational skills with focus on tracking patient care and improving patient flow
• Desire to gain industry knowledge and training
• Demonstrates initiative in accomplishing practice goals
• Ability to grow, adapt, and accept change
• Consistently creates a positive work environment by being team-oriented and patient-focused
• Commitment to work over 40 hours to meet the needs of the business
• Ability to work weekends when applicable
• Reliable transportation that would allow employee to go to multiple work locations with minimal notice

• Minimum required:
  High school diploma or general education degree (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
• Experience using Electronic Medical Records (EMR) systems
• Computer proficiency and ability to quickly learn new applications

• This role requires a variety of physical activities to effectively perform essential job functions.
• The position involves frequent walking (75%), sitting (50%), and standing (50%), with regular bending, stooping, and reaching (25–50%).
• Employees must be able to lift, carry, push, and pull items up to 25 lbs.
• Strong fine motor skills and full use of hands are essential, as the role demands constant grasping, writing/typing, and use of technology.
• Visual and auditory acuity—including color, depth, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus—is required 100% of the time.
• Occasional driving or climbing may also be necessary.

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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.