Ophthalmic Technician I
Metropolitan Ophthalmology Associates•McLean, VA
About The Position
Vision Innovation Partners is seeking an Ophthalmic Technician I to join its patient care team. The role supports providers with diagnostic and treatment-oriented procedures as well as administrative tasks. The ideal candidate has medical experience and a passion for patient care. Vision Innovation Partners is willing to provide on-the-job training and experience to candidates pursuing a career as an ophthalmic technician or scribe.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED certificate.
- Previous experience in the medical field, such as as a medical assistant, medical scribe, patient care technician, nursing assistant, or pharmacy technician.
- Experience with EMR tools.
- Proficiency with MS Office tools, including Outlook, Excel, and Word.
Nice To Haves
- Experience working as an ophthalmic technician or scribe.
Responsibilities
- Take medical histories and verify information.
- Perform visual function and diagnostic tests, including applanation tonometry, refraction, and retinoscopy.
- Use tools such as a Humphrey field analyzer and OCT to take eye measurements.
- Inform the ophthalmologist about changes to a patient's visual acuity and other vision issues.
- Dilate patients' eyes to prepare them for eye exams.
- Explain how to properly use eye drops or other medications.
- Explain how to properly use contact lenses.
- Assist with inventory management.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation package.
- Excellent comprehensive benefits.
- 401(K).
- Significant eye care discounts.
- Continuing education allowances.
- Career growth and development.
- PTO and holidays off.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
