Ophthalmic Technician Job Responsibilities

• Applicants will be asked to conduct a working interview that will last approximately 2 hours. During the interview, the applicant will shadow our technicians, so that they may have a better understanding of job duties and responsibilities.
• Initiate patient evaluation, charting and preparing patient for physician in accordance with compliance guidelines.
• Perform pre-exam testing
• Assist with minor surgical procedures or laser treatments in the office.
• Complete requests for prescription refills as authorized by physician, with full documentation in patient chart.
• Educate patients regarding administration of medications and pre- and post-operative instructions as directed by physician.
• Assist with fitting contact lenses and instruct patients in care and insertion of lenses.
• Conduct inventory of ophthalmic supplies, including pharmaceuticals and instruments on a regular basis.
• Assist with maintenance of clinical examination equipment.
• Inspect instruments periodically for damage, send for repair, and request a replacement, as necessary.
• Check expiration date and inventory of culture plates, media, etc., kept in refrigerator and replace, as necessary.
• Open and close exam lanes daily, ensuring 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.

Job Requirements Knowledge, skill, and experience:

• High school diploma.
• Outstanding interpersonal skills as well as a neat and professional appearance.
• Position requires a great deal of initiative and the flexibility to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Employee must comply by state/national guidelines to maintain patient confidentiality

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $13.00 - $14.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan

Medical specialties:

• Medical-Surgical
• Ophthalmology
• Surgery

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Ophthalmology: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person