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Ophthalmic Tech- Vet Tech, Lab Tech, Gap Year, Phlebotomist, EMT, MA welcome to apply

Medical Eye Associates·Waukesha, Wisconsin

$19 - $27/hr·Full Time·On Site·0-2 yrs
·Posted 21 days ago
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About the role

Perform a wide range of basic to complex ophthalmic diagnostic tests and visual screenings while managing patient flow. Assist ophthalmologists with minor surgeries, laser procedures, and the maintenance of sterile equipment and exam rooms.

Title

  • Ophthalmic Assistant / Technician / COA / COT - Emergency Medical Technicians (EMTs), Veterinary Tech, Gap Year Med Student, Phlebotomists, or Certified Medical Assistants (MAs) are welcome to apply!
  • Location: All clinic locations in Waukesha, Oconomowoc, and Wauwatosa.
  • Full/Part
  • Time:
  • Full
  • Time
  • Hours/Schedule: 37-40 hours/week, Monday through Friday.
  • Job
  • Duties: Performs basic to complex diagnostic tests and visual screenings, including auto refractor, lensometry, visual acuity, pinhole, color vision, depth perception, confrontation fields, refraction, applanation, super pinhole, BAT, automated visual fields, pachymetry, OCT, A-scans, and keratometry. Manages overall patient flow to ensure timely access to care and ensures patient comfort. Greets patients courteously and verifies patient identity. Records all patient, family and medical history, chief complaints, and medications. Assists the ophthalmologist with minor surgeries, laser procedures, and post-operative care and treatment. Sterilizes instruments using appropriate technique and procedures. Maintain and calibrates equipment. Organizes and prepares exam rooms and work areas including cleaning, stocking, ordering supplies, checking equipment, and putting away equipment. Performs medical eye photography functions as directed by the physician, which may include taking general optic nerve, retinal and macular photos, and fluorescein angiograms, etc. Assists patients with ordering and dispensing glasses and contact lenses. Performs contact lens polishing and education. Assists with scheduling patients for post-operative, surgery and specialist appointments.

Qualifications

License and Certifications COA or COT preferred. Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) needs to be obtained within 6 months. Education High school graduate. College-level courses preferred: Anatomy & Physiology, Medical Terminology Experience Preferred 1 year of experience as an optometric assistant, ophthalmic assistant or ophthalmic technician role that includes experiences in performing basic to complex visual screenings, diagnostic tests, and procedures. Preferred 1 year of experience in scribing, medical transcription or as a health care professional with demonstrated proficiency in medical terminology and technical spelling. Knowledge of sterile technique, how the eye works, and contact / lens wear. Ability to educate and instruct patients on eye care and eyewear. Excellent communication skills (oral and written). Demonstrates a strong attention to detail and accuracy. Proficient in the use of Microsoft office products, e-mail and electronic medical records systems. Join the MEA Family! Learn from the best Ophthalmologists in the Waukesha area at the highest level of medical and surgical eye care. Great professional growth opportunities! Competitive pay Flexibility in scheduling and locations—Waukesha, Oconomowoc and Wauwatosa! Free parking at all locations Patient population and services are diverse-- young kids to adults. 100% reimbursement on passing the COA. Uniform allowance/reimbursement Great Employee Vision Benefits And much more!'

Requirements

High school diploma is required, with college-level anatomy and medical terminology courses preferred. While COA/COT certifications and one year of experience are preferred, candidates from EMT, Vet Tech, and MA backgrounds are welcome to apply.

  • high school
  • professional certificate
  • Attention To Detail
  • Communication Skills
  • Instrument Sterilization
  • Patient Flow Management
  • Patient Education
  • Microsoft Office
  • Diagnostic Testing
  • Electronic Medical Records
  • Medical History Recording
  • Surgical Assistance
  • Equipment Calibration
  • Visual Screenings
  • Medical Scribing
  • Medical Eye Photography
  • Contact Lens Polishing

Benefits

  • Competitive pay
  • Free parking
  • Professional growth opportunities
  • Uniform allowance/reimbursement
  • Employee vision benefits
  • 100% reimbursement on passing the COA

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
0-2 yrs
Salary
$19 - $27/hr
Location
Waukesha, Wisconsin
Posted
Jul 7, 2026
Application
Employer website
ME

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Medical Eye Associates

Medical Eye Associates is hiring in Waukesha, Wisconsin. It operates in medical practices. Headquarters: Kissimmee, FL. This opening is listed as full_time.

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IndustryMedical Practices
HQKissimmee, FL
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