Job Description

Job:

Ophthalmic General Technician

EEOC:

Technician

Status:

Non-Exempt

Department:

Clinical

Position Overview: Ophthalmology technician work with ophthalmologists, medical doctors who specialize in the diagnoses and treatment of eye diseases and disorders. Ophthalmology technician work in a number of capacities, including assisting during eye surgery and setting up and performing maintenance on equipment. In addition, ophthalmology technician often perform diagnostic testing, including measuring a patient's vision, checking eye pressure, motility, and other task requested by the doctor.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for assisting the ophthalmologist by gathering data pertaining to the patient's visual status by

maintaining an environment conducive to the delivery of efficient quality eye care

• The ophthalmic technician is able to effectively perform appropriate clinical testing by previous form education

and or clinical experience which allows an understanding of the theory, principals of eye care

• Visual acuity measurement
• Tonometry (measure eye pressure)
• Refraction
• Measure pupil size and reactivity
• Test and measure eye muscle function
• Visual field testing
• Prepare for and assist with in-office procedures
• Surgical assisting
• Performed other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Ophthalmic experience in full service ophthalmic setting
• COA certification or greater is a plus
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Demonstrated computer literacy.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Problem-solver with analytical skills.
• Personable; empathetic with patient's needs and concerns.
• Well-organized with attention to detail.
• Ability to work as a team member