Ophthalmic Technician-Full-Time
About The Position
This position is responsible for the patient interview obtaining history and assisting with the examination. Assists the Physician by administering patient care as directed, and assists with office procedures including patient preparation. Performs special testing such as lensometry, auto refraction, keratometry, performs screening and threshold visual field testing with automated perimeter, performs A-scan biometry for intraocular lens calculations; provides information to patients regarding the care and handling of soft and hard contact lenses; assists physician in the fitting of contact lenses. Also, inspects equipment to ensure proper working order.
Requirements
- High school graduate, or equivalent Required
- At least 1 year of relevant clinical experience Required
Nice To Haves
- COA certification Preferred
Responsibilities
- Patient assessment
- Patient procedures
- Patient care
- Patient testing
- Patient education
- RX authorization
- Patient satisfaction
- Equipment/room effectiveness
- Chart documentation
- Physician schedule
- Patient triage
- Patient flow processes
- Travel to satellite clinics as needed
- Other duties as assigned
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
11-50 employees
