Optometric Ophthalmic Technician II – Part Time

Advocate Aurora Health

. Organizes and prepares exam rooms and work areas by cleaning, stocking, ordering supplies, checking equipment, and putting away equipment .

Posted 11/3/2026part-timeHartford • Wisconsin • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $25 - $38 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates proficiency in performing diagnostic tests and visual screenings, including refractometry and tonometry, while maintaining sterile techniques and equipment. Capable of providing patient education on eye care and eyewear, alongside strong communication and organizational skills.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Basic Life Support (BLS) CertificationExperience in Visual Screenings and Diagnostic TestsKnowledge of Sterile TechniqueProficient in Electronic Medical Records SystemsExcellent Communication Skills

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Hard Skills

RefractometryTonometryVisual Field TestingOcular Motility TestingKeratometryBlood Pressure MeasurementMedical Eye PhotographyContact Lens PolishingSurgical AssistanceDiagnostic Test Procedures

Soft Skills

Attention to DetailPatient EducationOrganizational SkillsInterpersonal CommunicationInstructional Ability

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft OfficeElectronic Medical Records SystemsDiagnostic EquipmentSterilization Equipment

Certifications & Qualifications

Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification

Industry Keywords

Optometric AssistantOphthalmic AssistantOphthalmic TechnicianPatient CareEye Care

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Organizes and prepares exam rooms and work areas by cleaning, stocking, ordering supplies, checking equipment, and putting away equipment
Prepares patients for examinations and assists physicians
Obtains and records ocular and medical history, medications, and chief complaint
Documents and communicates accurate and timely information regarding patients' conditions
Performs basic to complex diagnostic tests and visual screenings, including visual field/acuity, tonometry, glaucoma pressures, applanations, topography, color vision testing, lensometry, A-Scans, ocular motility, keratometry, refraction, retinoscopy, blood pressure, and glare testing
Performs refractometry to determine refractive error
Assists ophthalmologists with surgical procedures and postoperative care or treatment
Performs medical eye photography, including optic nerve, retinal, macular, and fluorescein angiogram photography as directed
Assists patients with ordering and dispensing glasses and contact lenses
Performs contact lens polishing
Maintains and calibrates equipment
Sterilizes instruments using appropriate techniques and procedures
Assists with scheduling postoperative, surgery, and specialist appointments
Provides age-appropriate patient care based on departmental policies and procedures
Performs other related duties as required

Requirements

What you’ll need

High School Graduate
Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) needs to be obtained within 6 months unless department leader has determined it is not required
Typically requires 2 years of experience in an optometric assistant, ophthalmic assistant or ophthalmic technician role
Experience performing basic to complex visual screenings, diagnostic tests, and procedures
Knowledge of sterile technique, how the eye works, and contact / lens wear
Ability to educate and instruct patients on eye care and eyewear
Excellent communication skills (oral and written)
Strong attention to detail and accuracy
Proficient in Microsoft Office products, electronic mail, and electronic medical records systems
Ability to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, twist, and reach above shoulders frequently throughout the workday
Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. without assistance
Functional speech, vision, hearing, and touch
Ability to wear protective clothing or equipment as necessary when exposed to mechanical, radiation, electrical, chemical, blood, and body-fluid hazards

Benefits

Comp & perks

Benefits Eligible
Paid Time Off programs
Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
Educational Assistance Program
Competitive compensation
Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
Incentive pay for select positions