Ophthalmic Technician Lead

Refocus Eye Health • Meriden, CT

16d

About The Position

Join Our Growing Ophthalmology Team a Lead Ophthalmic Technician! Our established multi-specialty Ophthalmology group is seeking a skilled professional to join our friendly and dedicated team. If you're passionate about providing exceptional patient care and eager to grow in a supportive environment, we want to hear from you! Travel is REQUIRED: Meriden & Bloomfield Your Impact: Lead Clinical Excellence: Serve as a clinical resource and mentor for the technician team, ensuring all patient work-ups and information gathering meet the high standards of our ophthalmologists. Oversee Diagnostic Standards: Monitor the quality of preliminary examinations and advanced diagnostics (OCT, perimetry, etc.) performed by the team, providing coaching and troubleshooting as needed Master ophthalmic testing: Conduct thorough preliminary examinations, including visual acuity, pupillary responses, and more. Perform advanced diagnostics: Administer a range of diagnostic tests, such as OCT, perimetry, and ophthalmic photography. Assist in surgical procedures: Support ophthalmologists during minor surgeries, laser procedures, and crosslinking. Streamline patient flow: Efficiently manage patient flow in clinic and imaging rooms, collaborating with clinical staff. Contribute to clinic efficiency: Perform clinical and administrative tasks, ensuring a smooth and organized workflow.

Requirements

• Proven ability to lead a team by example with a passion for patient care and professional excellence.
• Passion for patient care and a commitment to excellence.
• Exceptional attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Proven experience as an Ophthalmic Technician.
• Knowledge of medical office procedures.
• Ability to perform indirect activities, administrative tasks and any other assigned duties that contribute to the efficient & high-quality performance of the medical practice.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Reliability and a strong work ethic.
• Ability to work collaboratively with a diverse team.
• Proficiency in data entry and typing.
• Outstanding customer service skills.

Nice To Haves

• Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) Certification.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a clinical resource and mentor for the technician team
• Monitor the quality of preliminary examinations and advanced diagnostics (OCT, perimetry, etc.)
• Conduct thorough preliminary examinations, including visual acuity, pupillary responses, and more.
• Administer a range of diagnostic tests, such as OCT, perimetry, and ophthalmic photography.
• Support ophthalmologists during minor surgeries, laser procedures, and crosslinking.
• Efficiently manage patient flow in clinic and imaging rooms, collaborating with clinical staff.
• Perform clinical and administrative tasks

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED