Ophthalmic Technician - Lawrenceville, GA

Eye Consultants of Atlanta PC•Lawrenceville, GA

About The Position

Ophthalmic technicians work with ophthalmologists who diagnose and treat eye diseases and disorders. The role supports patient care through diagnostic testing, including measuring vision, and may involve assisting with eye surgery and setting up and maintaining equipment. Technicians must be familiar with ophthalmic pharmacology and the use of corrective lenses. The technician collects information requested by the ophthalmologist, such as medical histories and eye measurements, and may test eye pressure, pupil reactions, field of vision, color vision, and muscle movement. The role also includes explaining procedures, treatments, and diagnoses to patients; preparing the surgical room and equipment and observing patients during surgery; maintaining ophthalmic equipment; and keeping exam rooms clean and orderly. The position is in the Clinical department and is classified as non-exempt. Hiring may include background checks and drug testing; employment offers are contingent on successfully completing these screenings.

Requirements

Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Problem-solving and analytical skills.
Personable and empathetic approach to patients' needs and concerns.
Well-organized with attention to detail.
Ability to work as a team member.
Demonstrated ability to perform comprehensive work-ups on 3.5 patients per hour.
Demonstrated computer literacy.

Responsibilities

Facilitate patient care.
Perform preliminary work-ups.
Perform refractions.
Perform tonometry.
Perform A-scans, IOL Master testing, and immersions.
Collect patient information requested by the ophthalmologist, including medical histories and eye measurements.
Test patients' eye pressure, pupil reactions, scope of vision, color vision, and muscle movement as needed.
Explain procedures, treatments, and diagnoses to patients.
Prepare the surgical room and equipment and observe patients during surgery when assisting the ophthalmologist.
Maintain sensitive ophthalmic equipment.
Keep examination rooms clean and orderly.