Ophthalmic Technician
About The Position
NVISION Eye Centers is an ophthalmology provider with more than 100 centers across California, Oregon, Arizona, Texas, and Utah. The organization focuses on patient experience through advanced technology and treatment by experienced surgeons. The Ophthalmic Technician performs workups, patient education, and follow-up for potential patients. The role gathers medical and surgical histories, completes diagnostic testing, assists physicians during examinations, and supports surgical procedures. The position is suited to an experienced ophthalmic technician who wants to work in a fast-paced, high-volume practice.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Two or more years of experience as an ophthalmology technician is ideal.
- Desire to provide an exceptional patient experience.
Nice To Haves
- Two or more years of experience as an ophthalmology technician is ideal.
Responsibilities
- Ensure forms are complete and pertinent information is recorded.
- Maintain outcome data.
- Perform auto refractions, topographical mapping, wavefront analysis, lensometry, pachymetry, and visual acuity testing.
- Evaluate and measure pupil size and responses; use a slit lamp microscope and applanation tonometer; and properly instill eye drops.
- Understand the equipment and instruments used in the center, including those in the LASIK suite.
- Provide preoperative and postoperative care and instructions.
- Assist with surgery by preparing the laser room with supplies and sterilized equipment.
- Stock medications and medical supplies by planning the work week to complete required tasks.
- Call to request preoperative and postoperative appointments for surgery patients.
- Order medical supplies.
- Keep up with regular and emergency maintenance on medical equipment.
- Assist in other areas as needed.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
