Ophthalmic Technician

Wayne State University Physician Group (UPG)

. Greet and escort patients to examination rooms; obtain patient consents and insurance information .

Posted 9/16/2026full-timeDetroit • Michigan • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Demonstrates expertise in patient care within an Ophthalmology setting, including accurate refraction, ocular testing, and effective communication with patients and healthcare professionals. Proficient in maintaining patient confidentiality and managing multiple tasks efficiently.

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Patient Care ExperienceKnowledge of Ophthalmology TerminologyAccurate Refraction SkillsGood Written and Verbal Communication SkillsOrganizational Skills

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Hard Skills

Visual Acuity TestingCorneal TopographyAutorefractionTonometryOptical Coherence TomographyA-ScansB-ScansPatient ExaminationAnesthetic AdministrationMedical Record Documentation

Soft Skills

Good Analytical SkillsJudgment SkillsEffective CommunicationTime Management

Tools & Technologies

Electronic Medical Record SystemsComputer Software Programs

Industry Keywords

OphthalmologyEye AnatomyMedical TerminologyHealth and Safety CompliancePatient Confidentiality

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Greet and escort patients to examination rooms; obtain patient consents and insurance information
Escort patients to and from various destinations; assist patients in and out of examination chairs
Obtain ocular, medical and family histories; document/update accurately in patients’ electronic medical record
Explain procedures to patients
Perform initial patient examinations, including visual acuity, extraocular movements, eye pressure, color vision and related testing
Perform automated and manual testing procedures including corneal topography, autorefraction, application, contrast sensitivity, tonometry, Goldman and Humphrey visual fields, Optical Coherence Tomography, A-Scans and B-Scans, as directed by physicians
Administer anesthetics, dilation drops, ointments and medications as directed by physicians
Assist physicians with minor surgery and patient monitoring
Complete paperwork for physicians
Provide information and educational materials to patients concerning procedures and surgeries
Participate in patient follow-up activities; assist with scheduling appointments and verify surgery schedules
Maintain and clean equipment, examination rooms and working areas; stock rooms and/or order supplies
Answer and triage patient telephone calls
Establish and maintain productive working relationships inside and outside the department and/or practice

Requirements

What you’ll need

High School Diploma or GED
Patient care experience required
Knowledge of Ophthalmology terminology, eye anatomy and medical terminology
Accurate refraction and applanation skills
Good written and verbal communication skills to convey and receive information effectively (face-to-face, telephone and electronic)
Good analytical and judgment skills
Ability to use computer software programs and systems
Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding patients, personnel and/or financial data
Excellent organizational skills to work independently, prioritize, handle multiple tasks and manage time
Compliance with Department Health and Safety policies and procedures
40-hour work week; additional hours may be required
Retinascoping experience preferred
1-3 years’ experience in an Ophthalmology practice preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

EEO/AA/Veteran/Disability Employer