Ophthalmic Technician jobs in Wilkes Barre, PA

Overview

Are you a professional Ophthalmic Technician who is looking for a challenge and an exciting career to learn and grow?! If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and want to make a difference, come join the Vision Innovation Partners Team!

We are currently seeking a skilled, energetic, patient-focused Ophthalmic Technician to join our outstanding team at Northeastern Eye Institute located in Scranton, PA. Our ideal candidate is already a certified ophthalmic assistant or technician. However, we are willing to provide on-the-job training to the right candidate as they work toward certification. We also pay for education assistance!  In this role, your primary responsibilites are to assist the providers with diagnostic and treatment-oriented procedures and other administrative tasks. 

Responsibilities

Responsibilities:

• Verify patient information and handle medical history intake.
• Perform visual function and diagnostic tests, such as applanation tonometry, refraction, and retinoscopy.
• Utilize tools such as a Humphrey field analyzer and OCT to take eye measurements.
• Inform the ophthalmologist about changes to a patient's visual acuity and other vision issues.
• Dilate eyes to prepare patients for exam.
• Explain to patient how to properly use eye drops or other medications.
• Show patients how to properly use contact lenses.
• Assist with inventory management.

Qualifications

Requirements and Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED certificate.
• Completion of an ophthalmic assistant or technician program strongly preferred (COA or COT).
• Experience working as an ophthalmic technician or scribe is preferred.
• Experience with EMR tools a plus.
• Proficient with MS Office tools (outlook, excel, word). 

Benefits and Perks:

• Competitive compensation and benefits package.
• 401(K).
• Significant eye care discounts.
• Continuing education allowances.
• Career growth and development.
• PTO and holidays off.
• Ophthalmic technician training and certification opportunities.