Pediatric Ophthalmic Technician -Marietta, GA

Eye Consultants of Atlanta PC • Marietta, GA

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About The Position

Ophthalmology technologists work with ophthalmologists who diagnose and treat eye diseases and disorders. The role includes assisting during eye surgery, setting up and maintaining equipment, performing diagnostic testing such as measuring patients’ vision, and applying knowledge of ophthalmic pharmacology and corrective lenses.

The technician collects information requested by the ophthalmologist, including medical histories and eye measurements, and may test eye pressure, pupil reactions, visual fields, color vision, and muscle movement. The technician also explains procedures, treatments, and diagnoses to patients. During surgery, the technician may prepare the surgical room and equipment and observe the patient. Other duties include interacting with patients, maintaining sensitive ophthalmic equipment, and keeping exam rooms clean and orderly. The position facilitates patient care and includes preliminary work-ups, refractions, tonometry, and A-scans, IOL Master testing, and immersions.

As part of hiring, Eye Consultants of Atlanta may conduct background checks and drug testing. Employment offers are contingent on successfully completing these screenings. The company states that it complies with applicable state and federal regulations and maintains the confidentiality of screening results.

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 and tonometry.
• Perform A-scans, IOL Master testing, and immersions.
• Collect medical histories and eye measurements requested by the ophthalmologist.
• 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 needed.
• Interact with patients.
• Maintain sensitive ophthalmic equipment.
• Keep exam rooms clean and in order.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed