Ophthalmology Technician - Ophthalmology, NJ
About The Position
St. Luke's is proud of the skills, experience and compassion of its employees. The employees of St. Luke's are our most valuable asset! Individually and together, our employees are dedicated to satisfying the mission of our organization which is an unwavering commitment to excellence as we care for the sick and injured; educate physicians, nurses and other health care providers; and improve access to care in the communities we serve, regardless of a patient's ability to pay for health care. An ophthalmic technician is a medical professional who works alongside an optometrist or ophthalmologist to provide patient care in the field of eye care. They perform various diagnostic tests and procedures, record data and measurements, and perform basic office and administrative tasks. The primary role of an Optometric Technician is to aid in the diagnosis and treatment of visual disorders and other related ocular conditions and to facilitate efficient patient care. They work directly with patients to perform various tests and assessments, such as visual acuity, color vision, and depth perception, OCT, visual field and other testing, and help prepare patients for examinations and procedures. Additionally, they manage the day-to-day operations of the clinic, including scheduling appointments, maintaining medical records and supporting a positive experience for patients/customers.
Requirements
- High School diploma or GED equivalent required
- Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) or Ophthalmic Technician (COT) preferred or Ophthalmology experience minimum 1 year.
- Compassionate and patient-centered approach to care and a desire to learn.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
Responsibilities
- Obtains medical history on all patients.
- Conducts preliminary eye exams, such as screening for vision problems or measuring intraocular pressure.
- Administers diagnostic tests and procedures, such as OCT, retinal photography or visual field testing.
- Assist with procedures, such as laser eye surgery or injections.
- Collect patient health histories and documenting medical records.
- Educate patients about eye care and vision health, such as the proper use of contact lenses or eyeglasses, amsler grid testing, and drop administration technique.
- Perform office and administrative tasks, such as scheduling appointments or managing inventory
- Prepare patients for surgeries.
- Assist in the calibration and maintenance of equipment.
- Assist in ophthalmic procedures under the direct supervision of the provider.
- Support and assist with education of patients.
- Administer medications and topical treatments at the direction of the provider.
- Responsible for the set-up and maintenance schedule of equipment.
- Stay updated on the latest advancements in ophthalmology and participate in continuing education and professional development.
- Other related duties as assigned.
Benefits
- St. Lukes offers comprehensive health, dental, vision, short term and long term disability, life insurance, generous PTO, sick leave and professional development opportunities.
- Join us to experience a supportive workplace with a focus on your growth and well-being.
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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
5,001-10,000 employees
