Avera

Medical Assistant or Ophthalmic Technician (Certified) or Ophthalmic Technician | Ophthalmology Clinic

625 N Foster St., Ste 202, Mitchell, SD 57301

Full-time · $19.25–$28/hr (as posted)

First seen by offpeak October 7, 2026

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Location:

Avera Queen of Peace Hospital

Worker Type:

Regular

Work Shift:

Day Shift (United States of America)

Pay Range:

The pay range for this position is listed below. Actual pay rate dependent upon experience.

$19.25 - $28.00

Position Highlights

Ophthalmic Technician $19.25-26.75

Ophthalmic Technician $20.00-28.00

Medical Assistant - $20.00-28.00

Monday-Friday 8am-5pm; 80hrs/2wks

You Belong at Avera

Be part of a multidisciplinary team built with compassion and the goal of Moving Health Forward for you and our patients. Work where you matter.

A Brief Overview

Prepares patients to be seen by physician, assist with ophthalmic surgery evaluations including appropriate work up and diagnostic testing along with patient education, assist with surgical procedures to include instrument set up, must be able to administer of topical medications or diagnostic drugs prescribed by physician related to testing and treatment.

What you will do

Ensures examination rooms are properly stocked, cleaned and that equipment is ready and in working order for daily use. Prepares paperwork/educational materials and medications, replacing outdated medications. Monitors refrigerator temperature for compliance.
Administers topical medications or diagnostic drugs prescribed by physician for testing or treatment. Assists physician with office surgical procedures and arranges needed instruments for procedures prior to scheduled date.
Assists with ophthalmic surgery evaluations including appropriate work up, diagnostic testing and patient education.
Proficiency in ophthalmic diagnostic and treatment equipment including maintenance, weekly calibration, monthly paperwork, and paperwork following procedure, changing gas tanks, ordering supplies.
Must be able to operate visual acuity monitors, applanation and contact tonometers, pachymeter, visual field testing, lensometer, manual keratometer, OCT, fundus camera and fluorescein angiography, automated refracter/keratometer, topographer/tomagrapher, IOL master, A-scan biometer, potential acuity meter, brightness acuity test, and slit lamp.
Rooms and prepares patient, obtaining information: ophthalmic, medical, family and social history along with the patient concerns. Performs opening examination tests and prepares equipment for physician as needed.
Proficient in using electronic health record for all aspects of the ophthalmic evaluation.
Maintains current knowledge of diagnostic coding and makes certain charges are completed accurately in collaboration with physician.
Coordinates and manages clinic inventory in each lane. Contacts pharmacy reps when appropriate for refills. Logs sample medications per Avera clinical guidelines.
Provides support for preparing charts for appointments, files charts and provides backup to areas where cross-trained.

Essential Qualifications

The individual must be able to work the hours specified. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job function satisfactorily including having visual acuity adequate to perform position duties and the ability to communicate effectively with others, hear, understand and distinguish speech and other sounds. These requirements and those listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the essential job functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions, as long as the accommodations do not cause undue hardship to the employer.

Required Education, License/Certification, or Work Experience:

High School or GED Equivalent
Certified Ophthalmic Assistant - International Joint Commission on Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology (IJCAHPO) Upon Hire or
Certified Ophthalmic Technician - International Joint Commission on Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology (IJCAHPO) Upon Hire or
Certified Ophthalmic Medical Technologist (COMT) - International Joint Commission on Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology (IJCAHPO) Upon Hire

Preferred Education, License/Certification, or Work Experience:

1-3 years training in ophthalmic diagnostic and treatment procedures, including basic ophthalmic workup, diagnostic equipment, and ophthalmic surgery

Expectations and Standards

Commitment to the daily application of Avera’s mission, vision, core values, and social principles to serve patients, their families, and our community.
Promote Avera’s values of compassion, hospitality, and stewardship.
Uphold Avera’s standards of Communication, Attitude, Responsiveness, and Engagement (CARE) with enthusiasm and sincerity.
Maintain confidentiality.
Work effectively in a team environment, coordinating work flow with other team members and ensuring a productive and efficient environment.
Comply with safety principles, laws, regulations, and standards associated with, but not limited to, CMS, The Joint Commission, DHHS, and OSHA if applicable.

Benefits You Need & Then Some

Avera is proud to offer a wide range of benefits to qualifying part-time and full-time employees. We support you with opportunities to help live balanced, healthy lives. Benefits are designed to meet needs of today and into the future.

PTO available day 1 for eligible hires.
Up to 5% employer matching contribution for retirement
Career development guided by hands-on training and mentorship

Avera is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, Veteran Status, or other categories protected by law. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-605-504-4444 or send an email to talent@avera.org.