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Eye Health America

Lead, Ophthalmic Scribe

Fort Myers, FL · On-site

$16.50 - $22.25/hr

Position Summary The Lead Ophthalmic Scribe plays a pivotal role in leading the delivery of high-quality eye care services at our eye clinics or healthcare facilities by assisting physicians in their ...

Eye Health America LLC

Lead, Ophthalmic Scribe

Fort Myers, FL · On-site

$16.50 - $22.25/hr

Position Summary The Lead Ophthalmic Scribe plays a pivotal role in leading the delivery of high-quality eye care services at our eye clinics or healthcare facilities by assisting physicians in their ...

The Eye Associates

Lead, Ophthalmic Scribe

Fort Myers, FL · On-site

$16.50 - $22.25/hr

Position Summary The Lead Ophthalmic Scribe plays a pivotal role in leading the delivery of high-quality eye care services at our eye clinics or healthcare facilities by assisting physicians in their ...

Eye Health America

Lead, Ophthalmic Scribe

Fort Myers, FL · On-site

$17.50 - $23.50/hr

Position Summary The Lead Ophthalmic Scribe plays a pivotal role in leading the delivery of high-quality eye care services at our eye clinics or healthcare facilities by assisting physicians in their ...

Beth Israel Lahey Health

Lead Ophthalmic Asst

Boston, MA · On-site

$31.42 - $42.29/hr

Under general supervision, functions as the lead Ophthalmic Assistant for the Division of Ophthalmology and provides technical oversight, training and assessment of quality standards within the ...

Heaton Eye Associates

Lead Ophthalmic Tech

Longview, TX

$16.75 - $22.50/hr

Preferred 2 years previous ophthalmic or optometric patient care or medical office Education: High ... The Lead Tech will work in the lanes daily as a "floater" type position to ensure proper clinic ...

Heaton Eye Associates

Lead Ophthalmic Tech

Longview, TX · On-site

$16.75 - $22.50/hr

Preferred 2 years previous ophthalmic or optometric patient care or medical office Education: High ... The Lead Tech will work in the lanes daily as a "floater" type position to ensure proper clinic ...

DVC MSO LLC

Ophthalmic Technician-Lead

Independence, MO · On-site

$16.75 - $22.75/hr

We are currently hiring for a Lead Ophthalmic Technician to join our ever-growing team of professionals who share our main focus of GREAT PATIENT CARE! Essential Skills and Abilities: * Must have ...

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How much do lead ophthalmic jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for lead ophthalmic in the United States is $25.73, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.38 and $24.04 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a lead ophthalmic in a clinical setting?

As a Lead Ophthalmic, your daily responsibilities often include supervising ophthalmic technicians, coordinating patient flow, ensuring high-quality patient care, and assisting with complex diagnostic procedures. You will also be responsible for training new staff, maintaining equipment, and collaborating closely with ophthalmologists and other healthcare professionals. Balancing administrative duties with clinical tasks is common, so strong organizational and communication skills are essential for success in this role.

What is a lead ophthalmic?

A Lead Ophthalmic is a senior-level ophthalmic technician or assistant responsible for overseeing the daily operations of an ophthalmology clinic or department. They provide clinical support to ophthalmologists, perform advanced eye tests, assist in procedures, and help train and supervise other ophthalmic staff. Lead Ophthalmics ensure that patient care standards are met, equipment is maintained, and workflow is efficient. Their role is essential in maintaining high-quality eye care and supporting both the medical team and patients.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a lead ophthalmic, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Lead Ophthalmic, you need expertise in ophthalmic procedures, eye anatomy, and diagnostic techniques, often supported by certification such as Certified Ophthalmic Technician (COT) or higher. Proficiency with ophthalmic instruments, electronic medical record (EMR) systems, and imaging technologies is required. Leadership, strong communication, and organizational skills set standout professionals apart in this position. These skills and qualities ensure efficient clinical operations, high-quality patient care, and effective team coordination in a busy ophthalmology practice.
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Infographic showing various Lead Ophthalmic job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 87% Full Time, 10% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 91% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $53,524 per year, or $25.7 per hour.

Lead Ophthalmic Technician

Grand Rapids Ophthalmology

Walker, MI • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 29 days ago

Grand Rapids Ophthalmology rating

6.8

Company rating: 6.8 out of 10

Based on 6 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

JOB TITLE: Lead Ophthalmic Technician/Scribe
COMPANY: Grand Rapids Ophthalmology
LOCATION: Walker, MI
PERKS
  • Full Benefits Package - Medical, Vision, Dental and Life Insurance
  • 401k + Employer Matching
  • Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays
  • Paid Maternity Leave
  • Eyecare Certification Reimbursement
  • Competitive Base Pay
  • Employee Discounts

SUMMARY
Position Overview:
  • Monitor daily clinic flow including employee assignments in addition to responsibilities such as technical and clerical functions.
  • Works closely with clinic leaders to coordinate schedules and assist in promoting an efficient and productive clinic.
  • Assists Physicians with examinations, testing, treatments and administrative duties

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: The following are general responsibilities associated with the job and are listed in order of greatest to least amount of time spent on the duties.
  • Updates and communicates practice policies and procedures to clinical staff.
  • Acts as a liaison between clinic leadership and the clinic staff.
  • Provides input to clinic leadership to improve clinic efficiency and productivity.
  • Assists the clinic leader in the training and evaluation of clinical staff. May be asked to provide input to clinic leaders for employee reviews.
  • Monitors clinical staff for compliance with clinic policies.
  • Monitors team hours to minimize overtime and make changes to the schedule as patient flow allows, communicating to the clinic leader when appropriate.
  • Maintains knowledge of all aspects of the clinic, such as front desk, medical records, surgery scheduling, and contact center for coordination purposes.
  • Completes tasks requested by Physicians and delegates as appropriate.
  • Assists in triage for patient calls and walk-ins (go to person on the team).
  • Other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE
  • High school diploma or general education degree (GED) 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
  • Ophthalmic Scribe Certification (OSC) certification is preferred, but not required

SYSTEMS AND TECHNOLOGY
  • Requires proficient keyboarding skills, use of Electronic Medical Record (EMR) and image management system
  • Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook
  • 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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