Ophthalmic Technician

Job Description

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced  Offsite Ophthalmic Technician to support ophthalmologists by performing preliminary eye examinations, diagnostic testing, and assisting with patient care in an outpatient setting. The ideal candidate will have strong technical skills, excellent patient communication, and experience with ophthalmic procedures and equipment.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform preliminary ophthalmic examinations and diagnostic tests, including visual field testing, tonometry, ocular motility, color vision, and pupil assessments.
• Obtain patient medical histories and prepare charts for physician review.
• Coordinate laboratory tests, ophthalmic imaging, outpatient studies, and surgical appointments.
• Educate patients and families on diagnostic procedures and treatment plans.
• Calibrate, maintain, clean, and sterilize ophthalmic instruments and equipment.
• Assist physicians during minor office procedures, laser treatments, and ophthalmic surgeries.
• Maintain examination rooms, ensure adequate supplies, and support efficient patient flow.
• Deliver compassionate patient care while maintaining accurate documentation and administrative records.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of Ophthalmic Technician experience required.
• High School Diploma or GED with Ophthalmic Technician or Medical Assistant training.
• Certified Ophthalmic Technician (COT) certification required.
• Strong knowledge of ophthalmic diagnostic procedures and equipment.
• Excellent patient care, communication, organizational, and administrative skills.
• BLS from AHA - preferred

Important Details:

• 13-week contract position (extensions available)
• Shift is 8hrs/day (8:00 AM – 5:00 PM or 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM), 40 hrs/week
• Location is Brooklyn, NY 11012
• Pay Range for Locals: $38 - $42 per hour
• Pay Range for Travelers: $1,850 - $1,900 per week

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Company Description:

“Pride Health offers eligible employees comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity), 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, auto, home insurance, pet insurance, and employee discounts with preferred vendors”

Company Description

Pride Health offers eligible employee’s comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity), 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, pet insurance and employee discounts with preferred vendors.

Equal Employment Opportunity
Pride Health is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of the race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, reproductive health decision making, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Fair Chance Employment
Pride Health is a Fair Chance employer. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with applicable state and local Fair Chance laws and ordinances, including, the California Fair Chance Act and all applicable local Fair Chance ordinances.

Accommodations
We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, or to perform the essential functions of this role, please contact us.

Only applicable for San Francisco Candidates: Under the San Francisco Lactation in the Workplace Ordinance, we will provide written notice of lactation accommodation rights, and this notice will automatically be given upon hiring, any inquiry of parental leave or lactation accommodation.

Only applicable for Kentucky positions: For this type of employment, state law requires a criminal record check as a condition of employment. This applies to direct care staff (Examples: RN, LPN, Nurse Aides, Therapists) referred to Kentucky nursing facilities, assisted living communities, or long-term care facilities, in accordance with KRS 216.793.

Company Description

Pride Health offers eligible employee’s comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity), 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, pet insurance and employee discounts with preferred vendors.\r\n\r\nEqual Employment Opportunity\r\nPride Health is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of the race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, reproductive health decision making, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.\r\n\r\nFair Chance Employment\r\nPride Health is a Fair Chance employer. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with applicable state and local Fair Chance laws and ordinances, including, the California Fair Chance Act and all applicable local Fair Chance ordinances.\r\n\r\nAccommodations\r\nWe are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, or to perform the essential functions of this role, please contact us.\r\n\r\nOnly applicable for San Francisco Candidates: Under the San Francisco Lactation in the Workplace Ordinance, we will provide written notice of lactation accommodation rights, and this notice will automatically be given upon hiring, any inquiry of parental leave or lactation accommodation.\r\n\r\nOnly applicable for Kentucky positions: For this type of employment, state law requires a criminal record check as a condition of employment. This applies to direct care staff (Examples: RN, LPN, Nurse Aides, Therapists) referred to Kentucky nursing facilities, assisted living communities, or long-term care facilities, in accordance with KRS 216.793.