Glaucoma Surgeon Technician

ST LUKES CATARACT & LASER INSTITUTE•Tarpon Springs, FL

21h

About The Position

The Glaucoma Surgeon Technician supports glaucoma specialists in evaluating, treating, and surgically caring for patients with glaucoma and related ocular diseases. The role includes advanced diagnostic testing, surgical preparation, intraoperative assistance, and postoperative care, with an emphasis on patient education, disease monitoring, and clinical accuracy. Travel is required between the Tarpon Springs, Wesley Chapel, Tampa, and Clearwater offices.

Requirements

High school diploma.
Ability to communicate effectively with patients and staff and respond appropriately to common patient inquiries.
Basic computer knowledge and ability to learn new computer skills.
Strong communication skills, excellent judgment, and ability to multitask.
Excellent interpersonal skills.
Good understanding of customer-service standards and the values of the practice.

Nice To Haves

COA certification; certification is not required, but willingness to work toward certification over time is expected.

Responsibilities

Perform glaucoma-specific tests, including visual field testing (Humphrey and Octopus), optic nerve and retinal OCT, tonometry (Goldmann, iCare, and Tonopen), gonioscopy imaging as applicable, fundus photography, and pachymetry.
Assist with intraocular pressure monitoring and optic nerve assessments.
Prepare patients and the operating room for glaucoma surgeries, including trabeculectomy, tube shunt implantation, MIGS procedures, and laser procedures.
Maintain a sterile field, prepare instruments, and support surgeons during procedures.
Assist with patient positioning, draping, and postoperative bandaging.
Educate patients about glaucoma surgeries and medication regimens.
Administer preoperative and postoperative eye drops and perform minor procedures under supervision, such as suture removal and bleb checks.
Document surgical history and assist with postoperative evaluations and pressure checks.
Coordinate patient flow during glaucoma surgery and follow-up days.
Ensure accurate and complete EHR documentation of diagnostic findings and surgeon notes.
Communicate effectively with the surgical team, anesthesiologists if applicable, and schedulers.
Calibrate and maintain diagnostic and surgical equipment.
Follow infection-control and safety procedures in clinic and surgical settings.
Track inventory of glaucoma-specific surgical instruments and implants.