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)
POSITION SUMMARY
The Ophthalmic Technician conduct measurements and tests that provides the Physician with the information needed to arrive at a diagnosis and to prescribe treatment. The Ophthalmic Technician is responsible for required documentation in compliance with the policies and provide excellent patient services.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
POSITION QUALIFICATIONS
Education: High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED). Bachelor’s degree in relevant discipline highly preferred.
Certificates & Licenses
Certified Ophthalmic Assistant
Experience: 2-4 years of prior ophthalmic assistant experience
KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES
Computer Skills
· Facile with Microsoft Products
· Within 4 weeks of hire must be facile with Athena PMS and practice based EMR
WORK ENVIRONMENT
An office environment with controlled atmosphere. Possible exposure to staff or patients with communicable diseases and blood borne pathogens.
Other Physical Requirements
Vision (Near, Distance, Color, Peripheral, Depth Perception)
Sense of Sound (normal range of hearing and vision)
Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) (gloves, face mask, eye shield, gown)
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