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)
~ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:
1. Coordinate scheduling of patient appointments and surgeries.
2. Speak with patients and document ocular and medical histories. Experience with EMR is a plus.
3. Perform a variety of routine tests using ophthalmic instruments that provide diagnostic information including, but not limited to, intraocular pressures, basic motility, visual fields, OCT, HVF, Pentacam, Topography, BAT tests, A-Scan ultrasonography and fundus photography.
4. Assist the physician during diagnostic and minor surgical procedures, including instrumentation, sterile preparations and documentation.
5. Administer topical medications or diagnostic drugs as required by the provider for testing or treatment.
6. Prepare and position patient for diagnostic tests and procedures.
7. Assist the physician with patient education pertaining to the treatment prescribed.
8. Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.
9. Record patient charges for billing department.
ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Prepare procedure and exam rooms; inventory equipment and supplies; replenish supplies and equipment.
2. Perform basic triage per specific office protocol procedures.
3. Maintain professional appearance and personal conduct at all times.
4. Adhere to employer work practices.
5. Work as a team member within the ophthalmology department and all other departments.
6. Effectively cope with typical job stress of a fast-paced medical office.
7. Document work processes as required.
8. Perform other duties as assigned.
Job Type: Full-time
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