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)
Our top candidates will bring at least one year of previous, verifiable Ophthalmic Technician or Optometric Technician experience
Midwest Eye Center is searching for a patient focused, skilled Ophthalmic Technician or Optometric Technician for our offices in South Chicago and Calumet City - No nights, no major holidays, a robust benefits package, a team oriented working environment where you are heard and respected as well as clear career ladder opportunities. Our top candidates will bring at least one year of previous, verifiable Ophthalmic Technician or Optometric Technician experience
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This is your opportunity to join one of the areas most recognized leaders in ophthalmology and optometry. Midwest Eye Center was established in 1974 in Calumet City. Since that time it has grown to be one of the largest and most trusted eye practices in the area. Our staff consists of ophthalmologists, optometrists, opticians and skilled medical professionals offering services ranging from basic eye exams to the most sophisticated testing and complicated surgical treatment of eye diseases. Our medical staff holds teaching and research positions in local universities and our facilities are state of the art and are at the cutting edge of technology.
We are committed to patient care, and making every interaction extraordinary while inspiring the complete confidence of our patients. Our employees contribute directly to the growth and success of our practices and take pride in being a member of our team. We strongly believe that the manner in which our patients and customers are treated by our employees is as important as the services provided by the doctor.
All of us at Midwest Eye Center are committed to inclusion and belonging. We believe today more than ever that creating an environment where everyone can bring their authentic selves to work and make it easy for others to do the same will benefit us all. It isn’t speaking the words, but starts with a culture of caring, listening and service. We would thoroughly enjoy meeting with you and discussing our employment opportunities. For more information, please visit our webpage at www.midwesteyecenters.com.
Technicians are responsible for assisting the Ophthalmologist and/or Optometrist by documenting patient information into the Electronic Health Record as well as taking ocular measurements and administering treatment as allowed and ordered by the physician.
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