Ophthalmic Technician

Refocus Eye Health • Hyattsville, MD

6d • Hybrid

About The Position

Join Our Growing Ophthalmology Team as an Ophthalmic Technician! Mon - Fri 8:00 AM 5:00 PM. Rotating Saturday's. Travel Needed to two additional locations. 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!

Requirements

• A 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.

Nice To Haves

• Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) Certification.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with our ophthalmologists to gather comprehensive patient information, ensuring accurate diagnoses and personalized treatment plans.
• 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.
• Administer eye drops (Certification Required).
• Perform clinical and administrative tasks, ensuring a smooth and organized workflow.

Benefits

• We prioritize patients, colleagues, and families with compassionate, leading care and treat all with dignity and respect.
• We work together with patients, seeking diverse input to share and grow innovative ideas.
• Committed to excellence, we exceed expectations by delivering leading eye care research, innovation, education, and outreach.
• Refocus is an equal opportunity employer and we value diversity.

What This Job Offers

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