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)
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Summary
The Ophthalmic Assistant/Technician assists in providing excellent quality patient care by performing multiple tasks in coordination with the patient eye examination.
Experience
Requires an experienced ophthalmic assistant or JCAHPO certified COA, COT, or COMT.
Preferred experience in Optometry or Ophthalmology
Education Requirements
High School Diploma or equivalent
Competencies/Skills Required
Detail Oriented
Patient/Customer Service Oriented
Effective Verbal and Written Communication Skills
Multi-Tasker
Basic Computer Skills (electronic health record experience preferred)
Dependable
Flexible
Ability to travel to multiple offices if needed
Technical skills training background helpful
Essential Functions
Physical Demands
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