Optometric Ophthalmic Technician

Advocate Health and Hospitals Corporation•Fond du Lac, WI

8h•Onsite

About The Position

This is a part-time, casual position with no assigned hours, picked up on an as-needed basis. The Vision Clinic operates Monday through Thursday from 7 am to 5 pm and Friday from 7 am to 4 pm. The role involves organizing and preparing exam rooms, stocking supplies, checking and maintaining equipment, and preparing patients for examinations. The technician will assist physicians by obtaining and recording patient history, performing diagnostic tests, and assisting with glasses and contact lens orders. Sterilization of instruments and assisting with patient scheduling are also key responsibilities. The position requires the ability to provide age-appropriate care and demonstrate knowledge of growth and development principles.

Requirements

High School Graduate.
No experience required.
Excellent communication skills (oral and written).
Demonstrates a strong attention to detail and accuracy.
Proficient in the use of Microsoft office products, electronic mail and electronic medical records systems.
Must be able to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, twist, and reach above shoulders frequently throughout the workday.
Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs. without assistance.
Must have functional speech, vision, hearing, and touch.
Will be exposed to the following hazards on a frequent basis: mechanical, radiation, electrical, and chemical as well as blood and body fluids; therefore, must wear protective clothing or equipment as necessary.
Operates all equipment necessary to perform the job.

Nice To Haves

Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) needs to be obtained within 6 months unless department leader has determined it is not required.

Responsibilities

Organizes and prepares exam rooms and work areas including: cleaning, stocking, ordering supplies, checking equipment, and putting away equipment.
Prepares patient for exam and assists physician.
Obtains and records ocular and medical history, medications, and chief complaint.
Documents and communicates accurate and timely information regarding the patient's condition.
Performs basic diagnostic tests and visual screenings, such as: visual field/acuity, tonometry / glaucoma pressures / applanations, topography, color vision testing, lensometry, blood pressure, pupil testing, scribing and measurement of the cornea using a keratometer.
Assists patients with ordering and dispensing glasses and contact lenses.
Maintains and calibrates equipment.
Sterilizes instruments using appropriate technique and procedures.
Assists with scheduling patients for post-operative, surgery and specialist appointment.
May assist the ophthalmologist with basic or routine surgical procedures and post-operative care or treatment.
Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served.
Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age-specific needs, and to provide the care needed as described in the department's policies and procedures.

Benefits

Compensation Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
Incentive pay for select positions
Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
Paid Time Off programs
Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
Educational Assistance Program