Maryland Vision Institute·Frederick, Maryland
Assist providers with diagnostic and treatment-oriented procedures, including performing visual function tests and taking medical histories. Handle administrative tasks and educate patients on the proper use of medications and contact lenses.
Overview At Vision Innovation Partners, we exist to protect and restore vision.
Because Vision is our Mission, everyone at VIP focuses on providing great patient outcomes and experiences.
A career at VIP provides opportunities for growth and development, and a culture centered on our Shared Values – PATIENTS.
We are seeking an Ophthalmic Technician I to join our patient care team.
Our ideal candidate would have medical experience and passion for patient care.
We are willing to provide on-the-job training and experience to the right candidate as they work towards a career path of an ophthalmic technician or scribe.
In this role, your primary tasks are to assist the providers with diagnostic and treatment-oriented procedures and administrative tasks.
What You Will Do: Take medical histories and verify information Perform visual function and diagnostic tests, such as applanation tonometry, refraction, and retinoscopy Utilize tools such as a Humphrey field analyzer and OCT to take eye measurements Inform the ophthalmologist about changes to a patient's visual acuity and other vision issues Dilate eyes to prepare patients for their eye exam Explain how to properly use eye drops or other medications Explain how to properly use contact lenses Assist with inventory management
What You Will Bring: High school diploma or GED certificate Previous experience in the medical field in roles such as a medical assistant, medical scribe, patient care technician, nursing assistant, pharmacy technician etc. Experience with EMR tools Proficient with MS Office tools (outlook, excel, word) Experience working as an ophthalmic technician or scribe is a plus
Competitive compensation package Excellent comprehensive benefits 401(K) Significant eye care discounts Continuing education allowances Career growth and development PTO and holidays off We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Requires a high school diploma or GED and previous experience in a medical support role such as a medical assistant or scribe. Proficiency with EMR and MS Office tools is required, while specific ophthalmic experience is a plus.
Market context
In Maryland, Ophthalmic Technician I roles are typically competitive because clinics look for candidates who can support patient flow, document accurately in EMR systems, and work comfortably with MS Office tools. Prior medical support experience, such as medical assistant or scribe work, can help you stand out, and ophthalmic experience is often preferred. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then tailor your application to show hands-on clinical support and documentation skills.