Optometric Technician / Ophthalmic Technician

Ophthalmic Technician

Must be able to multi-task: have the ability to concentrate and pay close attention to detail, to perform duties with speed and accuracy under constant pressure and with frequent interruptions.

Applicant must be extremely organized, detail oriented and a strong team player.

Job Responsibilities

• Make introductions and establish rapport with patients. Initiate patient evaluation, documenting the chief complaint, history of present illness, review of systems, and all pertinent ocular findings accurately and in accordance with compliance guidelines.
• Perform pre-exam testing to include visual acuity assessment, including pinhole and glare testing, pupillary dilation, and all other patient services as requested by the physician including special tests such as color vision screening and stereopsis.
• Perform lensometry and specialized testing such as visual fields, topography, and ophthalmic photography optical coherence tomography (OCT).
• Educate patients regarding administration of medications and pre and post-operative instructions as directed by physician.
• Conduct and maintain inventory of supplies on a regular basis.
• Assist with maintenance of clinical examination equipment.
• Clean surgical instruments in preparation for sterile processing. Inspect instruments periodically for damage, and request a replacement as necessary.
• Open and close exam lanes daily, insuring that equipment is wiped down in an appropriate manner, battery powered instruments are seated properly in re-charge wells, slit lamps and projectors are switched off under covers.
• Follow all safety procedures as per guidelines.

Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED.
• One year of specialized ophthalmic experience is desirable or completion of on-the-job training upon hiring
• General computer skills and experience with EMR.
• General office skills: e-mail, e-fax, copy and scan, etc.
• Ability to prioritize responsibilities.
• Ability to take initiative and problem solve
• Ability to multi-task efficiently and effectively.
• Must have impeccable "people skills" and a "customer service" priority.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Must have the ability to travel to all locations as needed.
• Demonstrate courtesy and helpfulness toward co-workers, patients and their families.
• Understanding of HIPPA guidelines

Position requires a great deal of initiative and the flexibility to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and work independently.