Ophthalmic Technician - Solinsky Eye Care
About The Position
Solinsky Eye Care is seeking an experienced ophthalmic technician for a busy ophthalmology practice with 10 satellite locations. The practice has a fully computerized office, including electronic medical records. The technician assists physicians with diagnostic testing, preliminary patient evaluations, office procedures, and other assigned tasks, including work outside the Clinical Department. The role requires accuracy, efficiency, professionalism, and a positive, team-oriented approach in a fast-paced environment. Travel to satellite offices may be needed, and reliable transportation is required. There are no immediate supervisory responsibilities.
Requirements
- Experience as an ophthalmic technician.
- Be a team player and maintain a professional, positive attitude.
- Maintain a professional appearance as outlined in the employee handbook.
- Maintain confidentiality of sensitive patient and staff information.
- Study the CPSS Home Study Modules and pass the CPSS exam within six months of hire.
- Complete the COA Home Study Guide and questions within 18 months of hire.
- Study for and take the COA test within two years of hire.
- Ability to multitask.
- Ability to handle stressful situations calmly and professionally.
- Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in English in person, by phone, and in writing.
- Reliable transportation for travel to satellite offices as needed.
Nice To Haves
- Manual refraction experience.
Responsibilities
- Complete accurate and efficient preliminary patient evaluations in accordance with Solinsky EyeCare standards.
- Gather and verify patients’ ocular history, medical history, and chief complaint.
- Take ocular measurements as assigned by the physician, including manual refraction and auto refraction.
- Perform physician-assigned diagnostic tests, such as visual field, OCT, fundus and external photography, topography, LipiScan, TearLab, InflammaDry, fluorescein angiography, color vision screening, stereo testing, VEP, ERG, and HRT.
- Administer eye drops or ointments as requested by the physician.
- Prepare examination rooms and maintain a clean workspace.
- Assist physicians with office procedures, including lesion excisions, YAG capsulotomy, and YAG PI.
- Learn new skills as required by the practice within six months of their introduction.
- Travel to satellite offices as needed.
- Assist with other tasks assigned by Clinical Leadership and SEC Management.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
