Ophthalmic Technician - Full time - Days

Children's Wisconsin•Kenosha, WI

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The person in this role administers & performs diagnostic tests, and provides instruction to pediatric patients with correctable vision focusing defects, under the medical direction of a licensed ophthalmologist. This is a full-time position working 40 hours per week, typically from 7:30 am to 4:30 pm, Monday through Friday. No weekends or holidays are required.

Requirements

Knowledge of basic eye anatomy and physiology as well as Ophthalmic tests and procedures as would be acquired through completion of a two-year ophthalmic technician program.
Equivalent Ophthalmic experience accepted.
Current CPR certification - Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers through American Heart/American Red Cross/National Safety Council is required.

Responsibilities

Administers standard ophthalmic tests per physician's order and according to established procedures and standards.
Performs diagnostic tests including vision field tests.
Performs retinoscopy.
Provides the evaluation of patients with eye muscle problems utilizing prisms.
Contact lens fitting and dispensing.
Explains procedures to patient and/or family and directs patient during treatment and therapy.
Instructs patient and/or family in appropriate home care treatment.
Prepares reports and completes charting as required and confers regularly with the physician relative to patient's progress.
Interpersonal and communication skills necessary to work collaboratively with coworkers, physicians, children, and their families.
The ability to represent the organization and serve consumers in a professional manner and promote a positive image of the organization and its services.