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)
Southside Eye Care, located in the Western Branch area of Chesapeake, is seeking an Ophthalmic Technician / Assistant to perform primary workup of our patients. Basic skill set requirements include: visual assessment, refractometry, Goldmann tonometry, manual lensometry and slit lamp evaluation. Applicants are expected to learn our EHR if unfamiliar with it and should demonstrate strong work ethic, be reliable, present a professional appearance, use time-management and detail oriented organizational skills. Applicants must be capable of working independently as well as being a good team player. High school diploma required and strong computer skills preferred.
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