Ophthalmic Technician

Medical Faculty Associates, Inc.

13d

About The Position

The Ophthalmic Technician assists ophthalmologists by performing patient pre-testing, diagnostic procedures, and basic clinical tasks. They prepare patients for exams, record medical histories, operate ophthalmic equipment, and ensure smooth clinic workflow while maintaining high standards of patient care.

Requirements

High school diploma, or an equivalent combination of training and experience is necessary.
Minimum of 1–2 years of experience in an ophthalmic or eye care setting preferred
Experience performing pre-testing, diagnostic procedures, or using ophthalmic equipment strongly desired
Familiarity with electronic health records (EHR) and basic clinical documentation
Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Must be able to communicate providing verbal feedback in a professional manner.
Must be able to follow and understand instructions and react favorably in all work situations.
Must have strong interpersonal skills and be mentally adaptable and flexible in dealing with a variety of people at various levels within and outside the MFA.
It is now a requirement for anyone in this position, because of its direct patient contact, to have the Hepatitis B Vaccine documentation or signed declination, PPD baseline and annual surveillance (+PPD requires annual symptom review sheet, +/-CXR), respiratory fit testing (saccharine whiff), MMR vaccine series or documentation, and varicella antibody titer or documentation.
The candidate must obtain COA (Certified Ophthalmic Assistant) certificate within one year of hire)

Nice To Haves

Certifications preferred: Certified Ophthalmic Technician (COT), Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA), or Certified Ophthalmic Medical Technologist (COMT)

Responsibilities

Perform Humphrey visual field (HVF)
Knowledge of ophthalmic terminology
Perform applanation tonometry, visual acuity, pachymetry , pupil testing, confrontation visual fields, checking angles
Take patient medical and ocular history, reconcile medications and allergies
Perform keratometry, color vision testing and stereo testing
Teach contact lens insertion and removal
Application of eye drops and knowledge of ophthalmic medication
Ability to refract and perform lensometry
Basic knowledge of ophthalmic instruments for minor procedures
Prepare minor procedure setup, consent patient for procedure
Autorefraction and autokeratometry
Perform Amsler Grid test
Perform Fundus photography, OCT, Pentacam, IOL Master, Lens star
Knowledge of IOL Master Calibration
Operates, calibrates and maintains ophthalmic instruments and equipment
Exercise critical thinking skills
All technicians will be involved in learning and teaching in the department
Other duties as assigned