Entry-Level Ophthalmic Technician-Step into a Fulfilling Career in Austin in the Medical Field!
$37,440–$43,680 year
On-siteAustin, Texas, United States
Job Summary
Gather patient histories, input medical data, take diagnostic images, and prepare patients for exams. Perform vision tests, assist with in-office treatments, and educate patients throughout their visit. Support satellite clinics with daily paid travel while maintaining fine motor skills and lifting up to 40 lbs. This entry-level role includes paid, hands-on training for those with no prior experience, requiring a valid Texas driver's license and strong communication skills. Join the "Saving Sight Squad" at Austin Retina to build a meaningful career with comprehensive benefits and internal promotion opportunities.
Required Qualifications
- Compassionate and professional with excellent communication skills
- Quick learners who enjoy mastering new skills and medical technology
- Responsible and reliable, with a strong work ethic
- Comfortable using computers and learning medical data systems
- Hold a valid Texas driver's license with a clean 3-year record
- Willing to travel to day clinics
- Ability to stand, walk, or sit for extended periods
- Ability to occasionally lift up to 40 lbs
- Ability to perform tasks requiring fine motor skills including stoop, kneel, bend and crouch
- Specific vision abilities including viewing multiple computer screens, close vision, distance vision, depth perception, color vision and the ability to adjust focus and good vision
Desired Qualifications
- Bilingual in Spanish
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