Ophthalmic Technician II

Retina Care Specialists•Palm Beach Gardens, FL

12h

About The Position

Retina Care Specialist of Florida provides state-of-the-art vitreoretinal care, with physicians trained at renowned retina and ophthalmology programs. The practice offers diagnostic procedures and focuses on disorders of the eye. The Ophthalmic Technician II assists ophthalmologists and optometrists by gathering information about patients’ ocular health. The technician performs appropriate clinical tests, drawing on formal education and/or clinical experience and a solid understanding of eye-care theory and principles. The position also involves patient documentation, education, medication administration under physician direction, support for in-office procedures, and related administrative and team duties.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work in a fast-paced clinical environment.
Intermediate comprehension and ability to perform technician skills in routine and moderately complex situations, apply clinical knowledge correctly, understand core clinical concepts and workflows, and interpret information.
Ability to take histories, including understanding pharmacology for common ophthalmic medications.
Ability to assess visual acuity, confrontation visual fields, extraocular motility, and pupils, including identifying abnormalities and an afferent pupillary defect (APD).
Ability to measure intraocular pressure using Goldmann applanation via slit lamp or a Perkins tonometer.
Ability to perform manual lensometry and accurately transpose between minus and plus cylinder as needed.
Ability to assess angles using a slit lamp microscope.
Ability to perform manual refractometry using the Jackson Cross-Cylinder technique.
Ability to perform supplemental testing, including Amsler Grid, color vision, stereopsis (Randot test), exophthalmometry, BAT, and PAM.
Ability to perform diagnostic testing, including immersion and/or contact A-scan biometry, ultrasound, OCT, visual field, pachymetry, topography, dry eye testing, and fundus photography.

Nice To Haves

At least 3 years of experience as an uncertified ophthalmic assistant.
COA eligibility.
Nextech/ICP experience.

Responsibilities

Review patient charts for completeness and accuracy.
Perform testing ordered by the doctor based on the scheduled examination, patient complaint, and/or patient history.
Act as a medical scribe during physician examinations and enter information into electronic medical records.
Take ocular and systemic histories and accurately record visual acuity.
Administer topical ophthalmic or oral medications under physician direction.
Assist with simple in-office procedures and ensure proper informed consent is obtained.
Assist with patient education.
Maintain cleanliness and orderliness of examination rooms during the workday.
Comply with practice procedures and protocols and applicable state and federal regulations.
Understand documentation requirements for quality reporting and testing-frequency restrictions.
Report inventory and supply needs to leadership in a timely manner.
Participate in daily team huddles and regularly scheduled meetings as required.
Complete work or school excuses and provide patients with medication instructions.
Report potential or suspected errors to a supervisor or Compliance Officer.
Complete additional tasks or projects as needed to contribute to the team.
Maintain a cooperative, self-motivated, courteous, and professional attitude.