Refractive Ophthalmic Technician
About The Position
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. As a Refractive Technician, you will play an important role in supporting physicians and ensuring a smooth patient experience.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED required
- Strong computer skills
- 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
Nice To Haves
- 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
Responsibilities
- 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
Benefits
- 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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
11-50 employees
