Ophthalmic Technician jobs in Columbus, GA

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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Ophthalmic Technician
  • West Georgia Eye Care Center
  • Columbus, GA FULL_TIME

  • Description


    West Georgia Eye Care Center, an affiliate of Eye Health America, is a growing, multi-specialty ophthalmology practice. Our focus is on excellence in patient care and creating an exceptional customer/patient experience. We are always seeking great people who aren't just searching for a job but looking to make a difference.

    Under the supervision of the clinical manager, the ophthalmic technician assists doctors in their patients' eye examinations. Duties include performing workups of patients, various vision tests, collecting medical data, monitoring, and maintaining patient flow, scribing, and assisting doctors with various procedures. *Overtime may be required. Must be willing to travel to our different clinic locations if needed.


    Job Responsibilities:

    • Gathering medical records and patient information
    • Taking ocular measurements, both anatomical and functional
    • Administering or preparing medications
    • Providing eye care and contact lens information to the patient
    • Maintaining and cleaning ophthalmic instruments
    • Assisting the doctors in basic procedures


    Benefits:


    As a team member at West Georgia Eye Care Center, you'll enjoy:

    • Medical, Dental, Vision, Short-term Disability, Long-term, Disability, Life Insurance, etc.
    • Matching 401(k)
    • Wellness Program
    • Paid Vacation & Holidays
    • Uniform Allowance
    • Training/Advancement opportunities

    Requirements

    • Previous work experience in healthcare environment preferred, but not required.
    • Ophthalmic Technician experience and certification is a plus!
    • Adequate training will be provided upon hire..
  • 23 Days Ago
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Automotive technician
  • Kia Veterans Technician Apprenticeship Program (VTAP)
  • La Grange, GA FULL_TIME
  • To support this Kia Retailer initiative, Kia America, Inc. has established the Kia Veterans Technician Apprenticeship Program (VTAP). Job Description Diagnose, maintain, and repair Kia vehicles includ...
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Automotive Technician with Kia of LaGrange
  • Kia Veterans Technician Apprenticeship Program (VTAP)
  • La Grange, GA FULL_TIME
  • Kia Retailers are offering skilled and experienced military Veterans with the opportunity to begin an inspiring career as a Kia Certified Service Technician. To support this Kia Retailer initiative, K...
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Technician
  • TWC Services, Inc.
  • Columbus, GA FULL_TIME
  • TWC Services, Inc., is an industry leader in Commercial Refrigeration, Air Conditioning and Commercial Cooking Equipment. What makes us world class? We put our employees first! Hiring great people has...
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Technician
  • FHG Solutions INC
  • Columbus, GA FULL_TIME
  • Description: Job Title - Technician Location - All Locations Department - Operations Status - Full-time or Part-time / Non-exempt Reports To - Lead Technician or System Supv. Direct Reports - No SUMMA...
  • 1 Month Ago
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Technician
  • THE WALDINGER CORPORATION
  • Columbus, GA FULL_TIME
  • TWC Services, Inc., is an industry leader in Commercial Refrigeration, Air Conditioning and Commercial Cooking Equipment. What makes us world class? We put our employees first! Hiring great people has...
  • 1 Month Ago
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About Columbus, Georgia

Columbus is one of Georgia's three Fall Line Cities, along with Augusta and Macon. The Fall Line is where the hilly lands of the Piedmont plateau meet the flat terrain of the coastal plain. As such, Columbus has a varied landscape of rolling hills on the north side and flat plains on the south. The fall line causes rivers in the area to decline rapidly towards sea level. Textile mills were established here in the 19th and early 20th centuries to take advantage of the water power from the falls. Columbus was developed along the Chattahoochee River. Interstate 185 runs east of the city, with acc...
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Income Estimation for Ophthalmic Technician jobs
$42,071 to $54,426
Columbus, Georgia area prices
were up 1.5% from a year ago
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What does an Ophthalmic Technician do?

Ophthalmic Technician in Pittsburgh, PA
This field is also steadily growing as more and more ophthalmic technicians are joining the workforce every year.
December 01, 2019
Ophthalmic Technician in Huntington, NY
This job distinction marks the second stage in the ophthalmic profession and can be attained in a couple of different ways.
November 29, 2019
Ophthalmic Technician in York, PA
Do you want a career that combines customer service and technical proficiency? Our Ophthalmic Technician Proficiency Certificate program will teach you to provide patient care by performing many different eye and vision-related clinical functions in a variety of optical environments.
February 19, 2020