Pediatric Ophthalmic Technician-Fayetteville, GA

Eye Consultants of Atlanta PC•Fayetteville, GA

About The Position

The Pediatric Ophthalmic Technician works with ophthalmologists who diagnose and treat eye diseases and disorders. The role supports patient care by collecting medical histories and eye measurements, performing preliminary work-ups and diagnostic testing, and explaining procedures, treatments, and diagnoses to patients. Technicians may assist during eye surgery by preparing the surgical room and equipment and observing patients. The position also involves maintaining sensitive ophthalmic equipment and keeping examination rooms clean and orderly. Familiarity with ophthalmic pharmacology and corrective lenses is relevant to this career field.

Requirements

Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Problem-solving and analytical skills.
Personable and empathetic toward patients’ needs and concerns.
Well-organized, with attention to detail.
Ability to work as a team member.
Demonstrated ability to perform comprehensive work-ups on 3.5 patients per hour.
Demonstrated computer literacy.
Successful completion of background checks and drug testing is a condition of employment.

Responsibilities

Facilitate patient care and perform preliminary work-ups.
Collect requested patient information, including medical histories and eye measurements.
Perform eye tests that may include eye pressure, pupil reactions, scope of vision, color vision, and muscle movement.
Perform refractions, tonometry, A-scans, IOL Master testing, and immersions.
Explain procedures, treatments, and diagnoses to patients.
Assist the ophthalmologist during surgery by preparing the surgical room and equipment and observing the patient.
Interact with patients.
Maintain sensitive ophthalmic equipment.
Keep examination rooms clean and in order.
Complete comprehensive work-ups on 3.5 patients per hour.