What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lead Ophthalmic Technician position at Florida Eye Specialists?
We are seeking a skilled and motivated Lead Ophthalmology Technician to join and guide our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have advanced ophthalmic technical skills, strong leadership abilities, and a passion for delivering high-quality patient care.
About us:
Florida Eye Specialists is a top provider in eye care for the greater Jacksonville area and is the preferred provider for the Jacksonville Jaguars! There are several locations in and around Jacksonville and we are growing every day! The physicians and staff of Florida Eye Specialists are united by a common passion for excellence in eye care. Our doctors have dedicated numerous years of medical school, residency, fellowship and post-fellowship training to eye-disease research and education.
Benefits:
After successful completion of a 90-day probationary period, Full Time employees will be eligible for the following benefits:
- Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
- Medical, Dental & Vision
- STD & LTD
- 401k & Profit Sharing (After 1 year)
Responsibilities:
- Serve as the primary point of contact for the team, providing leadership, training, and support.
- Conduct comprehensive ophthalmic testing, including visual acuity, refractometry, tonometry, and OCT imaging.
- Assist the ophthalmologist in clinical and surgical procedures as needed.
- Oversee scheduling, workflow, and quality assurance within the team.
- Ensure compliance with clinic protocols and industry standards.
- Mentor and train new technicians, ensuring consistent professional development.
- Manage and maintain ophthalmic equipment, ensuring proper functionality.
- Collaborate with clinical and administrative staff to optimize patient care and clinic efficiency.
- Comply with HIPPA confidentiality standards when accessing or communicating patient information
Qualifications:
- Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) or Certified Ophthalmic Technician (COT) preferred.
- Minimum of one years of experience in ophthalmology practice.
- Proven leadership experience, with the ability to mentor and manage a team.
- Proficient in a wide range of ophthalmic diagnostic procedures and technologies.
- Strong organizational and communication skills.
- Commitment to excellent patient care and a team-oriented work environment.
Education:
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Minimum 1 year experience in similar role preferred
- COA or COT or willingness and ability to obtain within 6 months
Physical Requirements:
- Frequent bending, reaching, and repetitive hand movements, standing, walking, squatting and sitting, with some lifting, pushing and pulling up to 10 pounds.
- Travel to other offices as needed
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $17.00 - $25.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- On-the-job training
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Tuition reimbursement
- Uniform allowance
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Salary : $17 - $25
