Ophthalmic Technician

• Communicates/coordinates patient flow with other members of the team.
• Performs refraction and best corrected visual acuity with loose lenses per protocol, low luminance and speed-reading testing in a timely manner, and with accuracy.
• Familiar with the vision portion of all protocols and schedule of assessments
• Correctly utilize the manual lensometer to read RX's from glasses.
• Performs auto-refraction and keratometry
• Obtains intraocular pressure (tonopen and goldman applanation) and instills dilation drops
• Maintain and status of certifications
• Responsible for ensuring the visual acuity lane is properly certified and is kept to the certification requirements
• Maintains all equipment, lenses, and charts required for Visual Acuity testing
• Assists with a variety of projects and performs other duties as assigned.
  

For California Applicants:

We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable federal, state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO), Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers (ULAC), The San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance (FCO) , and the California Fair Chance Act (CFCA).

This position is subject to a background check based on its job duties, which may include patient care, working with vulnerable populations, access to financial and confidential information, driving, working with heavy machinery, or working in a warehouse or laboratory environment. Due to these job duties, this position has a significant impact on the business operations and reputation, as well as the safety and well-being of individuals who may be cared for as part of the job position or who may interact with staff or clients.