Ophthalmic Technician

EXPERIENCED OPHTHALMIC TECHNICIAN

*Build your next chapter in a Birmingham private practice where your clinical skills make a direct difference in every patient’s care.*

This is a single-location opportunity with no travel between offices, allowing you to focus on patients, develop strong relationships, and work with greater consistency and autonomy. You’ll play an important role in comprehensive ophthalmic care, from diagnostic testing and cataract evaluations to patient education and follow-up.

We’re seeking an experienced ophthalmic technician who is confident working independently, takes pride in accurate clinical work, and creates a calm, patient-centered experience. If you value meaningful patient interactions, thoughtful teamwork, and the opportunity to use your skills fully in an established practice, we’d like to hear from you.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

Applicants must have previous ophthalmic technician experience and be able to independently perform:

• Manual refraction.
• Applanation tonometry.
• Contact lens fitting and insertion/removal instruction.
• Complete patient workups, including medical histories and visual acuity.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform A-scans/IOL measurements, OCT, visual fields, and fundus photography, checking results for accuracy and completeness.
• Complete thorough patient workups, including chief complaint, relevant ocular and medical history, medications, allergies, and prior eye surgeries.
• Prepare cataract evaluations by organizing testing, measurements, and paperwork for physician review and surgical planning.
• Assist the ophthalmologist during examinations and office procedures. Prepare instruments and supplies and follow infection-control procedures.
• Administer physician-directed eye drops, monitor dilation readiness, and explain testing, medications, and preoperative and postoperative instructions.
• Handle clinical patient calls and prescription requests under physician direction, document follow-up, and promptly relay urgent concerns.
• Provide contact lens instruction and support follow-up visits, documenting patient concerns and lens information accurately.
• Keep charts and testing organized and coordinate patient flow.
• Open, stock, clean, and close exam rooms. Maintain testing equipment and report problems.

Bring your skills, attention to detail, and a personable approach to patient care. We’re looking for someone who communicates well, follows through, and takes pride in doing the job well.

This position requires established clinical skills. Applicants should be prepared to demonstrate proficiency during the interview process.

Interested? Submit your résumé highlighting your ophthalmic experience and testing skills.

Pay: $20.00 - $24.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• On-the-job training
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance

Work Location: In person