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EyeCare Partners is the nation's leading provider of clinically integrated eye care. Our national network of over 300 ophthalmologists and 700 optometrists provides a lifetime of care to our patients with a mission to enhance vision, advance eye care and improve lives. Based in St. Louis, Missouri, over 650 ECP-affiliated practice locations provide care in 18 states and 80 markets, providing services that span the eye care continuum. For more information, visit www.eyecare-partners.com.
Company: Retina Specialists of Ohio/Corrective Eye
Job Title: Ophthalmic Technician
Department: Ophthalmology
Reports To: Clinic Supervisor
Location: This position is located in Willoughby Hills, OH and requires travel to Mayfield Heights, Parma, Independence, and occasional travel to Streetsboro and Tallmadge. We pay mileage!
SUMMARY
An Ophthalmic Technician is a valuable asset to an Ophthalmologist as they assist in providing excellent patient care to the patients during their visit. This employee is able to handle a wide range of duties while using equipment to perform the initial testing needed to prepare a patient for an exam with an Ophthalmologist.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Provide exceptional customer service during every patient encounter (in person or via phone)
- Display a professional attitude, greet patients promptly with a smile, and thank them when they leave
- Anticipate Physician needs to facilitate the flow of the clinic
- Practice urgency at all times with patient's time, as well as doctor's time and schedule
- Comply with all company policies and procedures, including HIPAA
- Verify patient's information by interviewing patient
- Record patient's medical history and current medications and confirm purpose of visit
- Record all data in the patient's Electronic Medical Record (EMR)
- Check condition of patient's eyes by observing pupils, muscles, visual acuity, and extraocular movements
- Required skills include: dilation, refraction, pressures, and performing a variety of diagnostic tests including visual fields, OCT, GDX, IOL master, auto refractor and topography
- Demonstrates working knowledge of eye anatomy, diseases, symptoms and ocular medications
- Accurately and thoroughly document medical visits and procedures as they are being performed by the Physician
- Prepare patients for treatments and minor procedures; measure and record vital signs (blood pressure, pulse, and respiration rate) as required
- Open and close exam rooms as needed
- Keep examination, treatment, laser and any other assigned rooms cleaned and stocked with supplies, and keep drug count up to date.
- General office duties and cleaning to be assigned by manager
QUALIFICATIONS
- Provides excellent patient care and is energetic and empathetic with patients
- Must comply with HIPAA confidentiality standards when communicating patient information
- Communication skills and the ability to coordinate and cooperate with all levels of employees in a courteous, professional manner at all times
- Organizational skills with focus on tracking patient care and improving patient flow
- Desire to gain industry knowledge and training
- Demonstrates initiative in accomplishing practice goals
- Ability to grow, adapt, and accept change
- Consistently creates a positive work environment by being team-oriented and patient-focused
- Commitment to work over 40 hours to meet the needs of the business
- Ability to work weekends when applicable
- Reliable transportation that would allow employee to go to multiple work locations with minimal notice
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE
- Minimum Required: High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required
- Minimum Required: One year of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
LICENSES AND CREDENTIALS
- Current Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) or Certified Ophthalmic Technician (COT) certification is preferred, but not required
SYSTEMS AND TECHNOLOGY
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook
- Experience using Electronic Medical Records (EMR) systems
- Computer proficiency and ability to quickly learn new applications
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
- This role requires a variety of physical activities to effectively perform essential job functions. The position involves frequent walking (75%), sitting (50%), and standing (50%), with regular bending, stooping, and reaching (25–50%). Employees must be able to lift, carry, push, and pull items up to 25 lbs. Strong fine motor skills and full use of hands are essential, as the role demands constant grasping, writing/typing, and use of technology. Visual and auditory acuity—including color, depth, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus—is required 100% of the time. Occasional driving or climbing may also be necessary.
If you need assistance with this application, please contact (636) 227-2600. Please do not contact the office directly – only resumes submitted through this website will be considered.
EyeCare Partners is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.
EyeCare Partners is the nation's leading provider of clinically integrated eye care. Our national network of over 300 ophthalmologists and 700 optometrists provides a lifetime of care to our patients with a mission to enhance vision, advance eye care and improve lives. Based in St. Louis, Missouri, over 650 ECP-affiliated practice locations provide care in 18 states and 80 markets, providing services that span the eye care continuum. For more information, visit www.eyecare-partners.com.
Company: Retina Specialists of Ohio/Corrective Eye
Job Title: Ophthalmic Technician
Department: Ophthalmology
Reports To: Clinic Supervisor
Location: This position is located in Willoughby Hills, OH and requires travel to Mayfield Heights, Parma, Independence, and occasional travel to Streetsboro and Tallmadge. We pay mileage!
SUMMARY
An Ophthalmic Technician is a valuable asset to an Ophthalmologist as they assist in providing excellent patient care to the patients during their visit. This employee is able to handle a wide range of duties while using equipment to perform the initial testing needed to prepare a patient for an exam with an Ophthalmologist.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Provide exceptional customer service during every patient encounter (in person or via phone)
- Display a professional attitude, greet patients promptly with a smile, and thank them when they leave
- Anticipate Physician needs to facilitate the flow of the clinic
- Practice urgency at all times with patient's time, as well as doctor's time and schedule
- Comply with all company policies and procedures, including HIPAA
- Verify patient's information by interviewing patient
- Record patient's medical history and current medications and confirm purpose of visit
- Record all data in the patient's Electronic Medical Record (EMR)
- Check condition of patient's eyes by observing pupils, muscles, visual acuity, and extraocular movements
- Required skills include: dilation, refraction, pressures, and performing a variety of diagnostic tests including visual fields, OCT, GDX, IOL master, auto refractor and topography
- Demonstrates working knowledge of eye anatomy, diseases, symptoms and ocular medications
- Accurately and thoroughly document medical visits and procedures as they are being performed by the Physician
- Prepare patients for treatments and minor procedures; measure and record vital signs (blood pressure, pulse, and respiration rate) as required
- Open and close exam rooms as needed
- Keep examination, treatment, laser and any other assigned rooms cleaned and stocked with supplies, and keep drug count up to date.
- General office duties and cleaning to be assigned by manager
QUALIFICATIONS
- Provides excellent patient care and is energetic and empathetic with patients
- Must comply with HIPAA confidentiality standards when communicating patient information
- Communication skills and the ability to coordinate and cooperate with all levels of employees in a courteous, professional manner at all times
- Organizational skills with focus on tracking patient care and improving patient flow
- Desire to gain industry knowledge and training
- Demonstrates initiative in accomplishing practice goals
- Ability to grow, adapt, and accept change
- Consistently creates a positive work environment by being team-oriented and patient-focused
- Commitment to work over 40 hours to meet the needs of the business
- Ability to work weekends when applicable
- Reliable transportation that would allow employee to go to multiple work locations with minimal notice
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE
- Minimum Required: High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required
- Minimum Required: One year of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
LICENSES AND CREDENTIALS
- Current Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) or Certified Ophthalmic Technician (COT) certification is preferred, but not required
SYSTEMS AND TECHNOLOGY
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook
- Experience using Electronic Medical Records (EMR) systems
- Computer proficiency and ability to quickly learn new applications
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
- This role requires a variety of physical activities to effectively perform essential job functions. The position involves frequent walking (75%), sitting (50%), and standing (50%), with regular bending, stooping, and reaching (25–50%). Employees must be able to lift, carry, push, and pull items up to 25 lbs. Strong fine motor skills and full use of hands are essential, as the role demands constant grasping, writing/typing, and use of technology. Visual and auditory acuity—including color, depth, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus—is required 100% of the time. Occasional driving or climbing may also be necessary.
If you need assistance with this application, please contact (636) 227-2600. Please do not contact the office directly – only resumes submitted through this website will be considered.
EyeCare Partners is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.
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Who's Hiring
- CSL Plasma155
- US Department of Veterans Affairs80
- Mercy Health37
- Advocate Aurora Health37
- America's Best34
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services230
- Education3
- Consumer Goods3
- Food & Beverage3
- Transportation & Logistics3
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in medical technician jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in medical technology, clinical laboratory science, or a related field
- ASCP, AMT, or equivalent national certification in medical technology or clinical laboratory science
- Proficiency with laboratory information systems and automated analyzer platforms
- Minimum one to two years of clinical laboratory experience in a CLIA-certified setting
- Knowledge of quality control procedures, proficiency testing, and regulatory compliance standards
- Ability to perform routine and stat testing across chemistry, hematology, microbiology, or blood bank disciplines
Tips for Your Medical Technician Job Search
List your certifications above your skills
Hiring managers for medical technician roles scan for ASCP, AMT, or NCA credentials before reading anything else. Put your certification acronym, number, and expiration date in a dedicated header line so it's impossible to miss on a quick skim.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists medical technician openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Match your resume to the analyzer listed
Many postings name the specific analyzer platform the lab runs, such as Roche cobas, Siemens Atellica, or Abbott Alinity. Mirror that exact equipment name in your work history wherever you've used it, since applicant tracking systems often filter on those terms.
Target postings by shift, not just specialty
Night and weekend shifts stay open longer than day shifts and often carry a differential. If you're flexible, search specifically for second or third shift roles to widen your pool and face less competition from candidates who only target daytime openings.
Prepare a bench scenario for your interview
Interviewers frequently ask you to walk through how you'd handle a critical value or a QC failure mid-shift. Prepare one specific example from your experience that covers your verification step, who you notified, and how you documented it.
Negotiate your on-call obligation, not just base pay
Medical technician offers often include mandatory on-call rotations that affect work-life balance significantly. Before accepting, ask how many on-call hours per week are expected, how callback is compensated, and whether that obligation changes after your probationary period ends.
Medical Technician Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most medical technicians?
The most active employers for medical technicians right now are CSL Plasma, US Department of Veterans Affairs, and Mercy Health, and the most openings are in Texas, Ohio, and Pennsylvania, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Health systems and national reference laboratory networks tend to post the highest volume of openings consistently.
How many medical technician jobs are remote?
About 5% of medical technician openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on, bench-based nature of most roles. Remote opportunities are most common in laboratory consulting, compliance review, utilization management, and remote instrument monitoring rather than direct specimen testing.
How do you become a medical technician?
You typically earn a bachelor's degree in medical technology or clinical laboratory science, complete an accredited clinical internship, and then pass a national certification exam such as the ASCP board of certification. Some states require a separate state licensure on top of national certification, so check your state's laboratory personnel requirements before applying.
How do you get hired as a medical technician with little or no experience?
Focus on roles labeled as new-grad, generalist, or training-track, which are designed for candidates still building bench hours. Highlight your clinical rotation sites and the specific analyzers you trained on, since supervised internship hours count as relevant experience to most hiring managers. Applying to reference labs and large health systems is often more productive than smaller independent labs, because they run formal onboarding cohorts for early-career technicians.
What does the medical technician interview process look like?
Most medical technician interviews start with a phone or video screen with HR, followed by a technical interview with a lab manager or chief technician that includes scenario-based questions about critical values, QC failures, and instrument troubleshooting. Some employers add a brief written or practical assessment covering calculations or regulatory knowledge. The full process usually wraps up within two to three weeks of your initial application.
Where can I find and apply to medical technician jobs?
You can find and apply to medical technician jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Search the listings to find roles that match your specialty, shift preference, and location, then apply directly to each opening that fits your background.
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