Ophthalmic Technician

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Ophthalmic Technician Job Description As a Technician, you will play a crucial role in supporting patient care by greeting and rooming patients, verifying demographics and insurance details as applicable, and documenting the chief complaint. You will obtain and document patient medical and ocular history, verify medications, allergies, and the reason for visit in the electronic health record (EHR). Responsibilities Perform routine non-invasive ophthalmic pre-testing, including visual acuity screening, basic lensometry (if applicable), confrontation visual fields screening, color vision screening, pupillary response observation and documentation, and tonometry using non-invasive methods. Conduct practice-approved diagnostics such as OCT, fundus photography, corneal topography, and autorefractor/keratometry as trained. Prepare exam rooms, stock supplies, and maintain clinic equipment following infection control guidelines. Provide clear patient instructions before and during testing and escort patients throughout their visit. Accurately enter results and supporting documentation into the EHR and communicate findings to the provider per established workflow. Support scheduling, prior authorizations, referrals, and patient communications as needed. Participate in clinic huddles, quality initiatives, and continuous improvement efforts to enhance patient experience and throughput. Maintain patient confidentiality and comply with HIPAA and organizational policies. Essential Skills Experience in a medical office setting for at least 6 months. Proficiency in medical and healthcare procedures. Experience in cleaning and prepping rooms. Competency in patient charting and office administration. Familiarity with electronic medical records (EMR). Additional Skills & Qualifications No license needed. Work Environment The work schedule depends on the location, with some offices being extremely busy while others are slower. The environment requires flexibility and adaptability to varying patient volumes. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Danbury, CT. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $21.00 - $34.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Danbury,CT.

Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Apr 29, 2026. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through: Hiring diverse talent Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes Ensuring growth opportunities for our people Actalent is an equal opportunity employer. About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we've helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day. Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.