Ophthalmic Technician- Neuro Ophthalmology

Hartford Healthcare•Hartford, CT

54d

About The Position

Work where every moment matters. Every day, more than 40,000 Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common\: Pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters here. We invite you to become part of Connecticut's most comprehensive healthcare network. Hartford HealthCare Medical Group is one of the largest medical practices in New England with multiple locations throughout Connecticut and Rhode Island. We consist of a team of professionals ranging from Medical Assistants to Physician Assistants and everything in between. Our physician led medical group enjoys an excellent reputation with patients and the medical community, offering primary care, urgent care and more than 30 different specialties. Job Description The Ophthalmic Technician will be responsible for conducting technical and administrative patient support activities that assist the professional staff in administering the healthcare and support needed for patients and families in the outpatient neuro-ophthalmic clinic.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited training program & COT or COA Certificate
Proficient using computers and relevant software applications
Ability to collaborate across departments
Ability to communicate effectively with team and client
Ability to work independently on assigned tasks as well as work effectively in a team environment
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to work efficiently and produce high quality through attention to detail

Responsibilities

Visual Acuity Assessment
pupil evaluation
check confrontational visual fields
test for color vision
stereopsis
tonometry
applanation tonometry
ocular motility testing and Visual Field testing
Performs specialized preliminary testing including\: Ocular Coherence Tomography (OCT) Fundus photography and B scan Ultrasound
Medication administration for pupil dilation.
Authorizations for specialty medications and imaging testing etc.
Maintain clean exam rooms, keep track of office supplies, and inventory.
Triage calls to assist with patient scheduling and addressing patient’s questions.
Perform other related duties as required