Ophthalmic Technician / Scribe

Job overview

The Ophthalmic Technician / Scribe is an onsite, full-time role in Elkins Park, PA, scheduled Monday–Thursday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Friday from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. Compensation is not specified. The role supports SightMD’s ophthalmic care team and its work providing eye care across multiple states. The technician assists physicians by preparing patients and exam rooms, performing vision and diagnostic testing, supporting procedures, and documenting patient information. The role helps maintain clinic readiness and supports accurate, coordinated patient care.

What you'll do

• Greet patients and document chief complaints, histories, review of systems, and other pertinent information
• obtain medication prior authorizations
• perform pre-exam and advanced diagnostic testing
• assist with minor surgical procedures and laser treatments
• document prescription refills and laboratory results
• provide medication and pre- and post-operative instructions as directed
• assist with contact lens fittings
• manage supplies and equipment
• clean instruments and testing equipment
• prepare exam rooms and clinic
• follow safety procedures and HIPAA requirements.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

ophthalmic technician

scribe

elkins park pa

full-time

eye care

patient intake

diagnostic testing

oct

clinical support

hipaa

sightmd

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• prescription drug coverage
• company-paid term life and long-term disability
• supplemental insurance
• employee assistance program
• 401(k)
• paid time off
• paid holidays
• career development programs.

Why this role

Requires a high school diploma or equivalent, at least one year of ophthalmic technician experience, and Certified Ophthalmic Assistant certification or enrollment within one year with completion within two years. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance, prescription coverage, life and long-term disability coverage, supplemental insurance, EAP, 401(k), PTO, paid holidays, and career development programs.

About the employer

Long Island Vision Management is hiring for this role. Industry: Offices of Physicians (except Mental Health Specialists). Sector: 62.