Ophthalmic Tech Trainer

Job Type

Full-time

Description

Are you a skilled Ophthalmic Technician who loves teaching, developing others, and helping teams thrive? Northwest Eyes is seeking an Ophthalmic Technician Trainer to play a key role in shaping the next generation of clinical talent. This is a unique opportunity to combine your technical expertise with leadership, mentorship, and the satisfaction of advancing quality patient care.

In this role, you’ll support technician onboarding, guide professional growth, ensure clinical excellence, and contribute to clinical research efforts. If you're passionate about education, process improvement, and elevating standards of care, we’d love to meet you.

• Lead structured training programs for new and experienced technicians, ensuring core competencies are met within 90 days
• Deliver advanced training modules such as Tech T-levels and specialized diagnostic testing
• Provide one-on-one coaching to build skill mastery and support career advancement
• Track and document training progress, reporting outcomes to leadership
• Ensure compliance with HIPAA, MIPS, and internal policies
• Review documentation accuracy, safety practices, and patient interaction standards
• Support proper handling and disposal of medical information
• Collaborate with leadership to improve workflows, training processes, and technician engagement
• Assist with clinical research activities, including coordinating studies, scheduling participants, managing documentation, and ensuring GCP compliance
• Act as a liaison between providers, research teams, and participants
• Identify opportunities to enhance patient flow, efficiency, and quality of care
• Adapt to evolving clinic needs with flexibility
• Perform additional duties as assigned
  
  

Visual Testing

Skills you will train on:

Visual acuity, color vision, stereopsis, Worth 4-Dot, Hirschberg, EOM testing

Anterior & Posterior Segment Diagnostics

Slit lamp exam, pachymetry, Van Herick technique, OCT, fundus photography

Refraction & Optics

Autorefraction, retinoscopy, and phoropter use

Intraocular Pressure Testing

Applanation, iCare, Tonopen

Visual Fields

Humphrey Visual Field testing with basic interpretation

Patient Preparation & Education

Medical history taking, dilation, medication instillation, and patient instruction

Surgical Support

Biometry (IOL Master/Lenstar), A-scans, keratometry, cataract evaluation workups

Requirements

• Strong knowledge of ophthalmic diagnostics, workflows, and clinical best practices
• Understanding of healthcare compliance standards (HIPAA, MIPS)
• Experience with clinical research coordination (GCP certification a plus)
• Ability to train, mentor, and engage staff across diverse learning styles
• Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office or Google Workspace
• High attention to detail and strong interpersonal skills
  
  

Education & Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• COA or COT certification preferred
• Minimum 3 years of ophthalmic technician experience, including training or supervisory responsibilities
• Experience in compliance oversight or clinical research coordination preferred
• Must maintain required licensure, certifications, and training
  
  

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive pay: $24–$35/hr
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Robust ancillary benefits
• 401(k) with employer contribution
• Company-paid life insurance
• Generous PTO and paid holidays
• Supportive, inclusive work culture – EEO employer
  
  

If you’re ready to make a lasting impact, empower others, and help elevate clinical excellence, this is the perfect next step in your ophthalmic career. Apply today and grow with Northwest Eyes!

Salary Description

$24 - $35