Ophthalmic Technician I
About The Position
As an Ophthalmic Technician I at Atlantic Vision Partners, you will collaborate closely with Ophthalmologists and Optometrists to provide high-quality direct patient care. The company provides on-site training and paid certifications to support continued growth. The role may require travel to other offices and various locations. AVP•SEES Group describes itself as one of the largest eye care networks in the Southeast and Mid-Atlantic. Its mission is to deliver the best possible patient outcomes, serve and educate its provider network, and fulfill its commitment to stakeholders. Annual compliance training is required, along with compliance with HIPAA, OSHA, and company policies. Background and drug screening may be required depending on the position and location; drug screening is specified for Ambulatory Surgery Centers only in the requirements.
Requirements
- Dependable transportation to travel to other offices as required.
- Flexibility to travel to various locations.
- Attention to detail.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality.
- Ability to seek instruction in areas where the employee is not knowledgeable.
- Ability to recognize inconsistencies.
- High school diploma or GED.
- Ability to perform essential job functions with or without accommodation, including using power hand tools and lifting a minimum of 70 pounds.
- Excellent verbal communication skills.
- Willingness to submit to a background check; drug screening applies to Ambulatory Surgery Centers only.
Nice To Haves
- Associate degree preferred.
- Two or more years of experience in eye care preferred.
Responsibilities
- Obtain and document patient history.
- Follow office workup protocols.
- Determine visual acuity.
- Perform automated refraction.
- Administer eye drops, ointments, and irrigating solutions to the eye as ordered by a physician.
- Perform office duties and clinical tasks, including entering data into the EMR and providing patient services.
- Measure intraocular pressure using tonometry.
- Prepare patients pre-operatively.
- Maintain equipment and instruments.
- Complete annual compliance training and comply with HIPAA, OSHA, and company policies.
Benefits
- Paid training and career development.
- Growth and advancement opportunities.
- Supportive team environment.
- Competitive benefits package.
- Tuition reimbursement opportunities.
- Employee eyewear discounts.
- Referral bonus program.
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- 401(k).
- Paid time off and holidays.
- Life and disability insurance.
- Continuing education support.
- Certification sponsorship.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
