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)
JOB DESCRIPTION: Ophthalmic Assistant
REPORTS TO: Clinical/Retina Supervisor
Why GLEC?
At Great Lakes Eye Care our core focus is to provide Christ-like, compassionate eye care. We provide exceptional multi-specialty treatment of eye disease for our communities and worldwide.
Our core values are:
As an Ophthalmic Assistant, your role involves, supporting the ophthalmologists/optometrists. You’ll be the bridge between doctors and patients, ensuring smooth scheduling and efficient management of appointments.
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Remember, a good Ophthalmic Assistant plays a crucial role in maintaining efficient ophthalmic services. If you’re organized, compassionate, and enjoy helping patients, this could be a rewarding career path!
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Must be in good physical and mental health. Long periods in stationary positions required throughout work period. The person in this position needs to frequently move about inside the office. Must have good hearing and legible handwriting. The person in this position frequently communicates with patients, patients’ families, co-workers, and doctors. Must have ability to cope with physical and mental stress. Frequently moves, transports, positions, and helps patients from room to room and in/out of chairs, as needed.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Potential exposure to fumes, dust gases, and odors. Frequent changes in temperature may occur. Possibility of exposure to communicable disease. Awareness of exposure as a high-risk environment.
Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. This description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions; it does not proscribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned. This job description is subject to change at any time.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: From $16.50 per hour
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Work Location: In person
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