Ophthalmic Technician

Ophthalmic Technician – Level 3

Employment Type: Full Time
Schedule: Day Shift | Saturday availability may be required based on office location.

Bring advanced clinical skills and help lead the way in patient care!

Your Next Career Opportunity - Spectrum Vision Partners / OCLI Vision is seeking an experienced Ophthalmic Technician – Level 3 to provide advanced clinical support and help deliver exceptional, patient-centered ophthalmic care.

Level 3 technicians perform advanced patient workups and diagnostic testing, support multiple ophthalmic subspecialties, assist with complex cases, and serve as a clinical resource for other technicians. This role also contributes to quality improvement, team development, and a positive office culture while maintaining quality, safety, and organizational standards.

What You'll Do

• Advanced Patient Workups: Complete patient intake and workups, document relevant histories, prepare patients for testing, and support accurate clinical records.

• Diagnostic Testing & Procedures: Perform ophthalmic testing and measurements, operate and maintain diagnostic equipment, assist with office procedures and refraction when applicable, and process specimens as assigned.

• Prior Authorizations & Clinical Coordination: Process, review, and track prior authorization requests; communicate patient needs and urgent concerns; and support smooth patient flow.

• Complex Patient Support: Assist with complicated cases, recognize complex patient needs, handle escalated patient interactions, and communicate appropriately with providers and the clinical team.

• Training & Mentoring: Train, mentor, and guide Ophthalmic Testers and Ophthalmic Technicians; share clinical knowledge and support effective teamwork.

• Quality & Office Culture: Participate in quality improvement initiatives, promote consistent clinical practices, and support office culture, engagement, safety, and patient-centered care.

What We're Looking For

• High school diploma or equivalent required.

• Experience with EMR/EHR applications preferred; NextGen is preferred but not required.

• Previous customer service and/or medical experience preferred, but not required.

• Must have successfully achieved COA certification or have the ability to obtain it within one year of employment.

• Advanced clinical judgment, strong communication, and ability to support multiple ophthalmic subspecialties.

• Ability to train and mentor team members and assist with more complicated cases.

• Ability to travel between multiple offices, as needed.

• Completion of the Ophthalmic Technician Level 3 competency checklist within 90 days of hire is required.

Get to Know Us

Spectrum Vision Partners supports OCLI Vision, one of the largest multispecialty ophthalmology networks in the U.S. Together, we're committed to delivering exceptional eye care through teamwork, compassion, and a patient-first approach.

Ready to Join Our Team?

If you're passionate about eye care and enjoy being part of a collaborative healthcare team, we'd love to hear from you!

Apply today to join Spectrum Vision Partners / OCLI Vision!

Spectrum Vision Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an inclusive workplace and equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to any legally protected status.