Ophthalmic Technician jobs in Chico, CA

Ophthalmic Technician is a great way to start a career with no prior experience. Chico Eye Center will train the right individual and pay for the certification examination to become a Certified Ophthalmic Technician, a nationally recognized certification. Come and join our face paced, growing practice.

JOB SUMMARY: This individual is responsible for providing accurate documentation and summarization of the ocular examination and recommendations while maintaining patient flow and communication regarding appointment status. Pay rate depends on experience and certification. Potential for growth beyond $20 an hour.

Qualifications:

· Positive attitude, self-starter, aptitude for learning

· 40 words per minute typing

· Comfortable communicating with doctors, peers, patients

· Detail-orientated, organized, a quick learner

· Ability to work independently and part of a team

· Verifiable references

Job responsibilities include, but not limited to:

· Making our patients feel welcomed and valued

· Complete medical history taking

· Basic patient work up such as checking visual acuity, measuring eye pressure, and dilating patients.

· Diagnostic testing including refractions, VFs, OCTs, fundus and disc photos and corneal topography

· Assisting with minor surgical procedures

All staff are required to wear a mask in the facility and have to be vaccinated if he/she does not qualify for an exclusion listed by California.

Must be able to stand and sit for extended periods of time. Lifting required up to 30 pounds.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $17.00 - $20.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan

Medical specialties:

• Ophthalmology

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Experience:

• Ophthalmology: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person