Ophthalmic Technician, Certified - Ophthalmology - Full Time

Guthrie Enterprise•Elmira, NY

About The Position

The Ophthalmic Technician – Certified is responsible for performing advanced ophthalmic workups, diagnostic testing, and assisting providers in patient care across clinical and surgical settings. This role supports providers during exams, office-based procedures, and may assist with operating room cases. The position requires strong knowledge of ophthalmic workflows, excellent communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment while delivering patient-centered care.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent required
Certified Ophthalmic Technician (COT)
Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA)
Licensed Practical Nurse (PA and NY)
Certified Surgical Assistant (CSA)
LPNs and Surgical Techs will be required to complete American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO) Home Study Course within 6 months of hire
Strong customer service, multitasking, and critical thinking skills are required.

Nice To Haves

2+ years in ophthalmology or optometry
Consideration given to candidates with experience in medical or dental settings

Responsibilities

Obtains and documents accurate chief complaint and comprehensive history of present illness.
Reviews, verifies and updates patient’s past ocular, medical, family and social history.
Reviews medical records for up‐to‐date master problem list including patient reported medication and allergies and diagnoses that are documented by physicians or providers.
Performs a portion of ophthalmic exam, ophthalmic diagnostic testing and procedures; documents findings/results on exam and stays current with new technology and procedures as they become available.
Performs as scribe for provider (throughout ophthalmic exam capture, summarize, & document pertinent examination data, clinical findings and the assessment and plan).
Provides patient education, assists provider with informed consent, prepares and reviews surgical charts.
Assists provider with laser and surgical procedures within the office, including those that require aseptic and sterile technique.
Performs as first assistant in operating room.
Responsible for cleaning and sterilization of office instruments, performing basic maintenance, quality control, cleaning, disinfection and maintaining inventory of ophthalmic exam room and ancillary equipment according to organization and departmental protocols.
Responsible for documentation, tracking and reporting surgical co‐management; completion and processing of forms (DMV, disability, legal blindness, insurance, low vision, etc.); review and monitors provider’s schedule for efficiency and errors; triages messages and phone calls and responds to patients as directed by provider.
Provides orientation and training of new employees and recognizes and utilizes opportunities to teach other staff members.
May travel to regional offices as needed.
Attends required staff and educational meetings as requested.
Cover as needed throughout the department.