We are seeking a Traveling Ophthalmic Technician to join our patient care team supporting several locations in the DC Metro region: 

Arlington Eye Center

Metropolitan Ophthalmology Associates (McLean VA & Chevy Chase MD)

See Clearly Vision (McLean VA & Arlington VA)

Washington Eye Specialists

Our ideal candidate is already a certified ophthalmic assistant or technician. We are willing to provide on-the-job training and experience to the right candidate as they work toward certification. In this role, your primary tasks are to assist the providers with diagnostic and treatment-oriented procedures and administrative tasks.

What You Will Do:

• Take medical histories and verify information
• Perform visual function and diagnostic tests, such as applanation tonometry, refraction, and retinoscopy
• Utilize tools such as a Humphrey field analyzer and OCT to take eye measurements
• Inform the ophthalmologist about changes to a patient's visual acuity and other vision issues
• Dilate eyes to prepare patients for their eye exam
• Explain how to properly use eye drops or other medications
• Explain how to properly use contact lenses
• Assist with inventory management

What You Will Bring:

• High school diploma or GED certificate
• Completion of an ophthalmic assistant or technician program strongly preferred (COA or COT)
• Experience working as an ophthalmic technician or scribe is preferred
• Experience with EMR tools a plus
• Proficient with MS Office tools (outlook, excel, word)

What We Offer:

• Competitive compensation package
• Excellent comprehensive benefits
• Travel cost coverage
• 401(K)
• Significant eye care discounts
• Continuing education allowances
• Career growth and development
• PTO and holidays off