Ophthalmic Medical Assistant

Share Salary Not Available Position range in Farmington MSA $35k - $43k Per Year Ophthalmic Medical Assistant Eye Associates of New Mexico

Occupation:

Ophthalmic Medical Technologists

Location:

Farmington, NM - 87401 Positions available: 1 Job #: 2826

Source:

Eye Associates of New Mexico

Posted:

02/27/2026

Web Site:

www.eyenm.com

Job Type:

Regular, Full Time (30 Hours or More) Job Requirements and Properties Help for Job Requirements and Properties. Opens a new window. Work Onsite Full Time Schedule Full Time Job Type Regular Job Description Help for Job Description. Opens a new window. Join EANM as an Ophthalmic Technician I, and support physicians with patient evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment. This role requires completion of the AAO Independent Study Course and at least one year of ophthalmic trainee experience. You'll work directly with patients, families, and providers while helping protect the physician's time through preparation and follow-up care.

• Technicians are expected to sit for the COA exam within 18 months of hire. Why Choose Us?
• Paid on-the-job training & career advancement opportunities
• Extensive personalized training provided regardless of prior experience
• Internal Career Ladder
• Largest Ophthalmology & Optometry practice in the Southwest

What You'll Do:

• Document medical, family, and ocular history in the EMR
• Perform patient testing (visual acuity, IOP, refraction, slit lamp, motility, visual fields, etc.)
• Administer dilating drops and assist with minor office procedures
• Prepare, stock, and maintain exam lanes and equipment
• Support physicians by ensuring accurate charting and patient flow Specialty/OR Duties (If Applicable)
• Assist in preparing the OR and anticipating surgeon needs
• Maintain sterile technique and ensure proper handling of instruments and specimens
• Support surgical procedures by scrubbing, circulating, and assisting surgeons
• Document surgical procedures, instrument counts, and patient information
• Assist with retina procedures, injections, and laser set-ups Additional Information Help for Additional Information.

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What We're Looking For:

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Completion of the AAO Independent Study Course within the last 3 years
• Strong written/verbal communication and customer service skills

Preferred:

typing 35 WPM and strong computer proficiency

Benefits We Offer:

• PTO & 8 paid holidays (including the day after Thanksgiving & Christmas Eve!)
• Medical, Dental & Generous Vision Benefits
• 401(k)
• Education Assistance
• Company-paid Life, AD&D, Disability Insurance & more!
• Benefit eligibility varies based on full-time or part-time status.

The benefits listed above apply to employees with .75 FTE status or higher; additional details will be provided upon hire. Ready to start a rewarding career? Apply today! Learn more at www.eyenm.com. Req.# 2826 Help for Employer Information. Opens a new window. Eye Associates of New Mexico Social Links Connect with Eye Associates of New Mexico Location/Work Site Information Help for Location/Work Site Information. Opens a new window. Cost of Living Calculator Help for Cost of Living Calculator. Opens a new window. Compensation and Benefits Help for Compensation and Benefits. Opens a new window. Job Type and Required Hours Help for Job Type and Required Hours. Opens a new window. Work Experience Help for Work Experience. Opens a new window. Education and Training Help for Education and Training. Opens a new window. Skills Required Help for Skills Required. Opens a new window. Specialized Job Requirements Help for Specialized Job Requirements. Opens a new window. Occupation Information for Ophthalmic Medical Technologists Help for Occupation Information for Ophthalmic Medical Technologists. Opens a new window. Other Jobs and Employers Help for Jobs Available , opens a new window. Career Ladder Help for Career Ladder. Opens a new window. Personal Requirements Help for Personal Requirements. Opens a new window. Nature of the Work Help for Nature of the Work. Opens a new window. Work Values and Activities Help for Work Values and Activities. Opens a new window. This job was posted at http://www.eyenm.com/ on 02/27/2026 6:01:28 PM. Change Job Search Criteria Print Job Order Opens in new window [ Do you have a comment or concern about this job posting? ]