Contact Lens Technician Full Time NEW

About Us

Summit Eye Associates, P.C. is a locally owned, patient-centered integrated Ophthalmology and Optometry practice dedicated to delivering exceptional eye care. We work as a close-knit team and deeply value every member of our staff. If you’re looking for a workplace where your contributions truly matter, we’d love to meet you!

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Contact Lens Technician to work alongside our eye care providers in fitting and managing our soft contact lens patients. As the lead employee of our contact lens department, you will play a vital role in delivering outstanding patient care and ensuring the smooth, efficient operation of this specialized service area.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist eye care providers in the fitting, evaluation, and management of soft contact lens patients
• Serve as the lead point of contact for all contact lens department operations
• Educate patients on proper contact lens wear, care, and handling
• Maintain accurate patient records and contact lens inventories
• Coordinate contact lens orders, follow-up appointments, and patient communications
• Uphold the highest standards of patient care and professionalism

Qualifications

• Experience as an Optometric Technician, Ophthalmic Technician, or Optician is required
• Certification from the National Contact Lens Examiners (NCLE) is highly valued
• We will sponsor and fully cover the cost of NCLE certification for the right candidate!
• Dependable, self-motivated, and compassionate with a team-oriented mindset
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Ability to multi-task effectively in a fast-paced clinical environment

What We Offer

We are proud to provide a competitive and comprehensive compensation and benefits package, including:

• Competitive pay based on experience and certification level
• Health Insurance
• Dental & Life Insurance
• 401(k) with employer match
• Generous PTO (Paid Time Off)
• Medical & uniform reimbursement
• Employer-paid NCLE certification support

Why Summit Eye Associates?

We are locally owned, team-driven, and committed to creating a workplace where employees feel valued, supported, and proud of the care they provide. Our staff enjoy a collaborative environment built on mutual respect and a shared passion for excellent patient outcomes.

If you are passionate about eye care and ready to take the lead in a specialized, rewarding role, we want to hear from you!

Pay: $22.00 – $27.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Education:

• Associate (Preferred)

Experience:

• Ophthalmology: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person