Ophthalmic Technician Jobs in Glen Cove, NY

An Ophthalmic Technician, also known as an eye care technician, plays an integral role in the optometry industry by assisting Optometrists and Ophthalmologists in providing eye care to patients. Their typical duties include conducting diagnostic tests, monitoring and recording patients' ocular conditions, assisting with patient care and education, and maintaining ophthalmic instruments or equipment. They are often responsible for initial patient evaluation, performing a variety of tasks such as measuring vision, administering eye medications, and helping with surgical procedures.

To be successful in this role, an Ophthalmic Technician should have excellent hand-eye coordination, attention to detail, and strong interpersonal skills as they work closely with patients of all ages. While a high school diploma is usually required for entry-level positions, many employers prefer candidates with an associate's degree in Ophthalmic Medical Technology or a related field. Important certifications include Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA), Certified Ophthalmic Technician (COT), and Certified Ophthalmic Medical Technologist (COMT) from the Joint Commission on Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology (JCAHPO). Prior to becoming an Ophthalmic Technician, an individual might have roles as a Medical Assistant, a Patient Service Representative, or a Certified Nursing Assistant, gaining valuable experience in the healthcare field.

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Ophthalmic Technician

Friendly, mature and dedicated Ophthalmic Technician is needed for a busy ophthalmology practice in Brooklyn....

Ophthalmic Technician - Join Our Growing Team!

  • Brooklyn, NY (22 miles from Glen Cove, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Brooklyn, NY (22 miles from Glen Cove, NY)
  • 2 days ago

Ophthalmic Technician - Join Our Growing Team! Start strong, stay strong! Join our winning team and receive our Stay and Thrive Bonus. A career that changes lives....

Ophthalmic Scribe 2

  • Woodbury, NY (8 miles from Glen Cove, NY)
  • 3 days ago
  • Woodbury, NY (8 miles from Glen Cove, NY)
  • 3 days ago

; visual acuity; measure and record glasses; tonometry; pupils; dilate; HRT; VF; pachymeter; corneal topography; OCT; B-scan; keratometry; confrontation fields; administering eye drops or ointments)...

Ophthalmic Technician/Medical assistant

  • Brooklyn, NY (22 miles from Glen Cove, NY)
  • 3 days ago
  • Brooklyn, NY (22 miles from Glen Cove, NY)
  • 3 days ago

Bilingual Medical Assistant (Russian/English) Brooklyn/Manhattan PT to FT Modern ophthalmology practice seeking a Bilingual Medical Assistant (Russian/English) for part-time to full-time position....

Ophthalmic Technician

  • Mount Kisco, NY (23 miles from Glen Cove, NY)
  • 3 days ago
  • Mount Kisco, NY (23 miles from Glen Cove, NY)
  • 3 days ago

Current Ophthalmic Technician Certification preferred, plus specialized certifications as needed. 1-3 years of relevant experience, required....

Faculty Group Practice Ophthalmic Technician - Per Diem - Huntington

  • Huntington, NY (10 miles from Glen Cove, NY)
  • 3 days ago
  • Huntington, NY (10 miles from Glen Cove, NY)
  • 3 days ago

Five (5) or more years of experience as an Ophthalmic Technician in a retina practice preferred....

Ophthalmic Technician Assistant

  • Smithtown, NY (21 miles from Glen Cove, NY)
  • 3 days ago
  • Smithtown, NY (21 miles from Glen Cove, NY)
  • 3 days ago

Position Summary: As an Ophthalmic Technician Assistant, you will play a vital role as an assistant to our physicians....

Ophthalmic Technician

  • Smithtown, NY (21 miles from Glen Cove, NY)
  • 3 days ago
  • Smithtown, NY (21 miles from Glen Cove, NY)
  • 3 days ago

Position Summary: As an Senior Ophthalmic Technician, you will play a vital role as an assistant to our physicians....

Ophthalmic Technician 2

  • Glen Cove, NY
  • 4 days ago
  • Glen Cove, NY
  • 4 days ago

THE OPPORTUNITY AT HAND We’re looking for a fully trained Ophthalmic Technician 2 with two years minimum of refracting experience, that is passionate and empathetic to join our team as Ophthalmic Techs...

Ophthalmic Tech Coordinator

  • Rockville Centre, NY (14 miles from Glen Cove, NY)
  • 4 days ago
  • Rockville Centre, NY (14 miles from Glen Cove, NY)
  • 4 days ago

WHO WE’RE LOOKING FOR Spectrum Vision Partners (“SVP”) and OCLI Vision (“OCLI”) work together to provide world class eye care to our patients to improve lives. SVP, the management services team,...

Ophthalmic Technician-TEMP

  • New York, NY (21 miles from Glen Cove, NY)
  • 4 days ago
  • New York, NY (21 miles from Glen Cove, NY)
  • 4 days ago

Ophthalmic Technician certification, preferred. -OR- Minimum of two (2) years full time Ophthalmic Technician experience....

Ophthalmic Technician

  • Amityville, NY (17 miles from Glen Cove, NY)
  • 11 days ago
  • Amityville, NY (17 miles from Glen Cove, NY)
  • 11 days ago

Position Summary: As an Ophthalmic Technician, you will play a vital role as an assistant to our physicians. You will be cross trained to perform a range of administrative and clinical duties....

Ophthalmic Scribe/Tech 1

  • Floral Park, NY (11 miles from Glen Cove, NY)
  • 12 days ago
  • Floral Park, NY (11 miles from Glen Cove, NY)
  • 12 days ago

THE OPPORTUNITY AT HAND We’re looking for passionate and empathetic people to join our team as Ophthalmic Technicians and Scribes....

Ophthalmic Technician 1

  • Glen Cove, NY
  • 12 days ago
  • Glen Cove, NY
  • 12 days ago

WHO WE’RE LOOKING FOR Spectrum Vision Partners (“SVP”) and OCLI Vision (“OCLI”) work together to provide world class eye care to our patients to improve lives. SVP, the management services team,...

Ophthalmic Technician - Contract- NYC Contract

  • New York, NY (21 miles from Glen Cove, NY)
  • 13 days ago
  • New York, NY (21 miles from Glen Cove, NY)
  • 13 days ago

Qualifications : High School Diploma or equivalent required Current Ophthalmic Technician Certification preferred, plus specialized certifications as needed 1-3 years of relevant experience, required...

Demographic Data for Glen Cove, NY

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Salary for Ophthalmic Technician Jobs in Glen Cove, NY

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Ophthalmic Technicians in Glen Cove, NY offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
29.8%
High School or GED
21.2%
Associate's Degree
18.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
14.7%
Doctorate Degree
6.6%
Master's Degree
4.4%
Some College
4.3%
Some High School
0.6%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Ophthalmic Technicians in Glen Cove, NY
1-2 years
40.9%
None
27.3%
Less than 1 year
18.2%
2-4 years
13.6%


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