Clinical Technician

Ophthalmic Technician

The Ophthalmic Technician plays a key role in providing high-quality patient care in a clinical setting. This position supports physicians by performing ophthalmic diagnostic testing, assisting with procedures, documenting patient information, and ensuring a safe, clean, and welcoming clinic environment.
Schedule

Monday-Friday

• Start time between 7:45 AM and 9:00 AM
• 8.5-hour shifts with a 30-minute lunch
• Must be able to work one backup shift and one late shift per week

What You Will Do
Patient Care & Clinical Support

• Greet patients and explain what to expect during their visit
• Escort patients to exam rooms and prepare them for evaluation
• Perform diagnostic ophthalmic tests and procedures, including:
  
  • Visual acuity testing
  • Tonometry
  • Lensometry
  • Eye muscle function testing
  • Pupil size and reactivity assessment
• Apply ophthalmic drops to anesthetize, dilate, or medicate eyes
• Assist physicians with minor surgical procedures, intraocular injections, and laser treatments, including preparation for sterile procedures
• Scribe for physicians during patient exams as needed

Documentation & Compliance

• Accurately document patient chief complaints, present illness, and medical history
• Enter and maintain complete and accurate patient information in the electronic medical record (EMR) system in accordance with physician and clinic standards
• Safeguard patient information and maintain confidentiality in compliance with HIPAA regulations

Patient Education & Communication

• Proactively communicate with patients regarding visit expectations, delays, or changes
• Educate patients on medication administration and pre- and post-operative instructions as directed by physicians
• Utilize effective problem-solving skills to respectfully de-escalate patient concerns

Clinic Operations & Teamwork

• Maintain a clean, organized clinic environment, including sterilization and cleaning of equipment
• Demonstrate basic knowledge of eye anatomy, ocular diseases, symptoms, and medications
• Stay current with new technologies and treatments and respond to general patient questions
• Assist team members and complete special projects as assigned

What You Bring
Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• Valid driver's license and ability to drive a motor vehicle
• Ability to stand or sit for extended periods and lift up to 50 pounds

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Electronic Medical Records (EMR) systems
• Knowledge of medical terminology
• COA
• COT

Experience Level

• Entry-level position; typically 0-3 years of experience

What We Offer

• Competitive wages
• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, life, and short- and long-term disability insurance
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) program
• Seven (7) paid company holidays
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Uniform reimbursement
• A culture centered on People, Passion, Purpose, and Progress
• An inspirational and supportive work environment

About Midwest Vision Partners

Midwest Vision Partners was founded in 2019 to build a premier eye care platform in partnership with Alpine Investors, a San Francisco-based private equity firm. Alpine is a strong supporter of MVP, given their PeopleFirst™ philosophy, unparalleled track record, significant financial resources, and a commitment to building a platform that includes physician leadership at the highest levels.

Headquartered in Chicago, our mission is to provide world-class support to ophthalmologists and optometrists, enabling them to focus on improving patients' vision to help people live their best lives. Today, MVP's network consists of 16 practices, 125 physicians, and roughly 1500 employees providing medical and surgical eyecare services at over 60 locations throughout the Midwest. We strive to be the premier provider of eyecare in the Midwest through a culture of collaboration and excellence.