Ophthalmic Technician

Refocus Eye Health • Stamford, CT

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About The Position

Join Our Growing Ophthalmology Team as an 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! Your Impact: Elevate patient care: Work closely with our ophthalmologists to gather comprehensive patient information, ensuring accurate diagnoses and personalized treatment plans. 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. Administer eye drops: (Certification Required) Contribute to clinic efficiency: Perform clinical and administrative tasks, ensuring a smooth and organized workflow. What You'll Bring/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. Bonus Points: Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) Certification. Key Skills: Reliability and a strong work ethic. Ability to work collaboratively with a diverse team. Proficiency in data entry and typing. Outstanding customer service skills. We Care: We prioritize patients, colleagues, and families with compassionate, leading care and treat all with dignity and respect. We Collaborate: We work together with patients, seeking diverse input to share and grow innovative ideas. We Elevate: 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.

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.
• 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

• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees