Ophthalmic Technician – Retina Department

Make a Meaningful Impact in Vision Care

Are you looking for a rewarding, hands-on role in healthcare where you can truly make a difference? Join our Retina Department as an Ophthalmic Technician and help patients protect and preserve their vision. In this fast-paced and specialized environment, you’ll work alongside experienced retina specialists while building valuable clinical skills.

What You’ll Do

Support retina specialists during patient exams, procedures, and treatments
Screen and document visual acuity findings and various other ocular testing
Accurately document patient history, medications, and test results
Assist with refractions to help determine vision needs
Educate patients on eye conditions and follow-up care
Escort and assist patients throughout their visit, ensuring comfort and safety
Prepare exam rooms, complete forms, and support efficient clinic flow
Collaborate closely with providers and team members to deliver outstanding patient care

What Makes You a Great Fit

High school diploma required
Previous medical or ophthalmology experience is a plus—but we’re willing to train the right candidate
Strong attention to detail and comfort with computers and technology
Excellent communication skills and a compassionate, patient-first mindset
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced clinical environment while adhering to HIPAA compliance regulations
Team-oriented with the ability to work independently
Professional development is encouraged, but not required

Why You’ll Love Working Here

No weekends
Gain hands-on experience in a highly specialized retina setting
Work with advanced technology and skilled providers
Supportive, team-focused environment
Opportunity for growth in a meaningful healthcare career

Work Environment

This role is based within our Retina Services team, with a home clinic location and travel to satellite locations as needed. The position requires a mix of sitting and standing, along with occasional lifting (30 pounds), bending, stooping, pushing, pulling, and climbing stairs.

Acknowledgement This job description describes the general nature and level of work performed by the employee assigned to this position. It does not state or imply that these are the only duties and responsibilities assigned to the job. The employee may be required to perform other job duties as requested by management. All requirements are subject to change over time. Reasonable accommodations will be made to those individuals with a disability.

The Eye Clinic of Wisconsin has provided comprehensive eye care to the residents of Northern and Central Wisconsin for over 60 years. With 12 ophthalmologists, eight optometrists, and one audiologist, the Eye Clinic provides more than 70,000 patient visits annually at its locations in Wausau, Stevens Point, Rhinelander, Wisconsin Rapids, Antigo, Merrill, Marshfield, and Medford. Services include complete eye exams, a wide range of vision correction alternatives including eye glasses, contacts and refractive surgeries; treatment of various conditions of the eye including cataracts, glaucoma, diseases of the cornea, macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, retinal detachments; functional and cosmetic plastic surgery around the eyes; and treatment of hearing loss.

Ophthalmic Technician Retina