Optometry Technician

Katmai • San Diego, CA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Provide a wide variety of duties to assist the optometrist/ophthalmologist as appropriate to the level of certification (i.e., COA, COT, or COMT).

Requirements

• Must possess a high school diploma or GED certificate.
• Must possess and maintain current certification as an Optometry Technician OR a completed a formal ophthalmic training program of the United Stated Armed Forces.
• Must possess a minimum of one (1) year full-time experience within the last two (2) years as an Optician or Optometry Technician in a clinical setting.
• Must have an Active BLS Certification.
• Must obtain and maintain any necessary security access and/or background checks.

Nice To Haves

• Experience assisting with ophthalmic examinations and procedures.
• Knowledge of ophthalmic equipment and clinical practices.
• Strong communication, organizational, and patient service skills.

Responsibilities

• Obtain patient histories, perform prescription verification, and maintain patient records.
• Assist in testing patient vision. Test far and near acuity, peripheral vision, depth perception, and color perception.
• Examine the eye, using slit lamp, for abnormalities of cornea, and anterior and posterior chambers.
• Apply drops to anesthetize, dilate, or medicate eyes.
• Measure intraocular pressure of eyes (glaucoma test).
• Test field of vision, including central and peripheral vision, for defects, and chart test results on graph paper.
• Measure axial length of eye, using ultrasound equipment.
• Instruct patients concerning eye care and contact lens handling.
• Maintain regular and punctual attendance.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life & AD&D Insurance
• Long-Term & Short-Term Disability Insurance
• 401(k) Savings Plan
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Vacation & Paid Personal Time
• 11 Paid Federal Holidays
• Leave of Absence

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED