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OPHTHALMIC TECHNICIAN-LASIK

4/18/2026

The Ophthalmic Technician assists physicians with patient examinations, diagnostic testing, and refractive surgery procedures. They are also responsible for maintaining exam rooms, documenting medical histories, and managing patient data.

Working Hours

40 hours/week

Company Size

51-200 employees

Language

English

Visa Sponsorship

About The Company

Woolfson Eye Institute, headquartered in Atlanta, GA is proud to be the southeast’s leader in laser vision correction (including LASIK eye surgery), referral ophthalmology, cataract surgery, and cosmetic eye procedures. Led by LASIK industry pioneer, Dr. Jonathan Woolfson – founder and medical director, our team of world-renowned eye surgeons, physicians, optometrists, and medical staff take great pride in the unparalleled patient care we deliver to our patients. Whether you are coming to us for a laser vision correction procedure such as LASIK, for cataract surgery, or because you want a naturally rejuvenated appearance, our approach to patient care is unmatched in the Atlanta area and the southeast. At Woolfson, we believe in utilizing the most advanced and proven technology in the eye surgery industry. We make patient education a priority, perform the most advanced diagnostic tests, and take enormous pride in matching our patients to the most appropriate surgical treatment.

About the Role

Description

JOB SUMMARY

Assist Physician with patient examination and treatment, responsible for patient histories, routine diagnostic procedures, as well as some clerical duties.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Maintain and stock all exam rooms
Clean and maintain all instruments
Prepare patients for examination
Take patient history, visual acuity, topography/iTrace, pentacam, pachymetry
Take dictation and document medicals while physician is examining patient
Administer drops under physician supervision
Collect and calculate diagnostic data: K readings, refraction,
Assist physician during refractive surgery
Travel to multiple locations in Metro Atlanta area
Ability to provide coverage for other ophthalmic subspecialties within the practice

Requirements

High school diploma or minimum of two (2) years of Ophthalmology tech experience
Certification on Vario, Allegretto EX-500 preferred.
LASIK experience is preferred
Strong organizational skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Proficient in EMR software (Modmed preferred)
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
Flexibility (may require some early mornings and evenings)

Key Skills

Ophthalmic examinationPatient history takingVisual acuity testingTopographyiTracePentacamPachymetryRefractionRefractive surgery assistanceEMR softwareModmedMicrosoft Office SuiteMedical documentationInstrument maintenancePatient preparation