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)
The ophthalmic technician contributes to Fava & Maria Eye Associates’ mission of maintaining our status as the gold-standard in ophthalmic medicine by providing excellent patient care. The ophthalmic technician will perform a wide range of duties to assist our practice’s experienced physicians. The ophthalmic technician will work directly with patients to gather as much information about the patient’s problems or diagnoses. An individual in this position should be detail oriented with strong time management skills.
As an ophthalmic technician, you will develop an advanced understanding of ophthalmic diagnostic screening, testing, and equipment.
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At Fava and Maria Eye Associates, we care about the people who trust us with their medical and surgical eye care. We live and work in a community where relationships are still an important part of what we do and who we are. For almost thirty years, we’ve been helping our neighbors, friends, and families in the central Pennsylvania area to see better, and therefore, to live better. We are blessed to have the skills and ability, as well as a wonderful support staff, to carry out this mission. We have a beautiful facility, state-of-the-art equipment, and highly trained and certified ancillary staff to support us.
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Work is performed in a medical practice environment and involves frequent contact with staff and patients. We follow the guidance and recommendations provided by the CDC PA Dept. of Health. Currently, applicants are required to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19.
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