About the role
Company Overview
Founded in 1977, Ophthalmic Specialists of Michigan is a leading multi-specialty ophthalmology group in Metro Detroit, offering advanced care across cornea, retina, glaucoma, oculoplastics, cataract surgery, and more across multiple locations. With decades of expertise, state-of-the-art clinical technology, and a compassionate, patient-centered philosophy, it’s an ideal destination for professionals eager to join a diverse team committed to preserving and restoring vision for a lifetime. OSM is an affiliate of EyeSouth Partners.
Position Summary
We are now hiring for a Lead Ophthalmic Technician that will support a high-volume ophthalmic practice that focuses on providing quality and compassionate care to each patient needing complete eye care services.
Responsibilities
This position requires customer service skills, excellent interpersonal and communication skills, and a degree of independent decision-making.
Ophthalmic skills include
Obtaining and documenting patient history
Determining visual acuity
Performing automated refraction
- Administering eye drops, ointments, and irrigating solutions to the eye as ordered by physician
- Performing office duties and clinical tasks - entering data into EMRPproviding patient services
- Measurement of intraocular pressure (tonometry)
Pre-operative preparation of patient
Maintaining equipment and instruments
Qualifications
- 2 to 3 years of ophthalmic or optometric technician experience preferred
- COA preferred
- Dependable transportation required to travel to other offices as required
- Must be flexible with traveling to various locations.
- Ability to pay attention to detail
- Ability to maintain confidentiality
- The ability to seek instruction in areas where he/she is not knowledgeable
- The ability to recognize inconsistencies
Education/Certifications
- Graduation from an accredited high school
Company Benefits
We offer a competitive benefits package to our employees:
Medical
Dental
Vision
401k w/ Match
HSA/FSA
Telemedicine
Generous PTO Package
We also offer the following benefits for FREE:
Employee Discounts and Perks
Employee Assistance Program
Group Life/AD&D
Short Term Disability Insurance
Long Term Disability Insurance
EyeSouth Partners is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.