Ophthalmic Technician provides technical services to assigned ophthalmic patients and assists ophthalmologists or optometrists in the examination and treatment of eye disorders. Takes patient history, conducts visual acuity screenings, and performs various technical procedures, including refractometry, tonometry, lensometry, and keratometry. Being an Ophthalmic Technician prepares patients for exams and procedures. Operates, maintains, and sanitizes ophthalmic equipment and instruments. Additionally, Ophthalmic Technician may assist physicians in performing minor surgical and laser procedures. May dispense contact lenses. Typically requires an associate degree. May require Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA). May require Certified Ophthalmic Technician (COT). Typically reports to a manager. Ophthalmic Technician's years of experience requirement may be unspecified. Certification and/or licensing in the position's specialty is the main requirement. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Fast-paced, multi-physician ophthalmology practice is seeking a compassionate, energetic technician to join our dynamic team. From basic eye health to surgical interventions, our technicians assist the physicians in the examination and treatment of patients. Technicians are responsible for working up patients, triaging phone calls, performing testing and imaging as needed, ensuring exam rooms are prepped, and other clinical and/or clerical duties as assigned.
Join the multispecialty team at Eye Associates of Lancaster, Ltd., where we are committed to putting our patients first and providing high quality cataract, cornea, glaucoma, and comprehensive eye care.
Necessary Skills for our Team:
· Strong verbal and written communication skills
· Strong computer skills
· Ability to maintain patient confidentiality
· Punctuality and reliability are a must
· Ability to travel to our multiple practice locations is required
Experience Required:
· Certified Ophthalmic Assistant Certificate preferred
· Minimum 1 year ophthalmology technician experience required
We have a generous benefits package that includes a 401(k)-profit sharing plan, medical, dental, life, a vision plan, and a PTO policy.
We encourage and support continuing education and certifications in the field.
We are an equal opportunity employer.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $22.00 - $28.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 – 45 per week
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Work Location: In person
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