Refractive Ophthalmic Technician at Discover Vision Centers

Leawood, Kansas, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

15 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

17 Mar, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Ophthalmic Assistant Skills, Refractometry, Optics, Contact Lenses, Diagnostic Testing, Computer Literacy, EMR Systems, Medical Histories, Patient Work-ups, Visual Acuity Measurement, Pupil Assessments, Applanation Tonometry, OCT, Corneal Topography, Keratometry, Manual Refractions

Industry

Medical Practices

Description

Description Join Kansas City’s Premier Eye Care Team At Discover Vision Centers, we believe exceptional patient care starts with a strong, collaborative team. Our professionals work together every day to deliver the highest level of eye care to our patients across the Kansas City area. We are currently seeking a Refractive Technician to join our growing team of dedicated professionals who share one goal: delivering outstanding patient care. No Experience? No Problem. At Discover Vision Centers, we believe in investing in people. No prior ophthalmology experience is required. We provide hands-on training and mentorship to help you build the skills needed to succeed in this specialized field. If you are motivated, detail-oriented, and eager to learn from some of the region’s leading eye care professionals, this is a great opportunity to begin or grow your career in ophthalmology. Essential Skills & Abilities Demonstrate advanced comprehension of ophthalmic assistant skills as outlined by the Joint Commission on Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology (JCAHPO) Possess a basic understanding of optics and the ability to perform refractometry Demonstrate knowledge of the principles of optics, refraction, and contact lenses Maintain strong attention to detail and accuracy when performing diagnostic testing Demonstrate strong computer literacy and comfort working with EMR systems What You’ll Do As a Refractive Technician, you will play an important role in supporting physicians and ensuring a smooth patient experience. Responsibilities include: Gathering patient medical histories Performing patient work-ups and pre-testing Measuring visual acuity and performing pupil assessments Conducting diagnostic testing such as applanation tonometry, OCT, corneal topography, and keratometry Performing manual refractions and assisting with contact lens evaluations Accurately scribing for physicians during patient exams Supporting physicians and clinical staff to maintain efficient patient flow Requirements Qualifications High school diploma or GED required Strong computer skills Previous healthcare or ophthalmology experience preferred, but not required EMR experience preferred COA or COT certification preferred, though motivated candidates without certification will be considered Benefits That Support You Discover Vision Centers offers excellent career advancement opportunities along with a competitive compensation and benefits package, including: Medical and dental insurance Employee discount program on Discover Vision products and services Company-paid life insurance Short-term and long-term disability insurance Voluntary accident and critical illness/cancer insurance options 401(k) retirement plan with both pre-tax and Roth options Flexible spending account (FSA) options Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) Paid holidays and paid bereavement leave Opportunities for continued learning and career growth Start Your Career in Ophthalmology If you are eager to learn, passionate about patient care, and looking to grow within a respected healthcare organization, we encourage you to apply. Join Discover Vision Centers and become part of a team dedicated to setting the standard for exceptional eye care in Kansas City.

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Responsibilities

The Refractive Technician will gather patient medical histories, perform comprehensive work-ups, and conduct various diagnostic tests such as applanation tonometry, OCT, and keratometry. Responsibilities also include performing manual refractions, assisting with contact lens evaluations, and accurately scribing for physicians during patient exams to ensure efficient patient flow.