Ophthalmic Technician I

Required

• Entry-level position; on-the-job training program provided
• Medical Assistant Registered (MA-R) licensure with Washington State Department of Health; apply upon hire, paid by department
• Surgical Technologist licensure with Washington State Department of Health; apply upon hire, paid by department
• Basic Life Support (CPR) certification within 90 days of hire
• Basic knowledge of medical terminology
• Manual dexterity
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Ability to focus amidst ongoing distractions and interruptions
• Ability to relate effectively to patients and the general public
• Telephone etiquette
• Strong organization, time management, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work under pressure
• Attention to detail and numerical accuracy
• Ability to meet vision requirements, including close, distance, color, peripheral, and depth perception

Desired

• Coursework in medical terminology, ophthalmic pharmacology, and ophthalmic anatomy/physiology
• JCAHPO certification as a Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) within two years of hire
• Six months of ophthalmology experience

Benefits and perks

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Flexible spending accounts and health savings accounts
• Paid time off
• Generous retirement plans
• Life insurance
• Long-term disability
• Gym membership discount
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee assistance program
• Adoption assistance
• Shift differential
• Mileage and time reimbursement for outreach travel