Ophthalmic Technician

Experienced Ophthalmic Technician or Optometric Technician (will train) with:

• General medical knowledge with a fundamental knowledge of ophthalmology
• Fundamental knowledge of an ophthalmic examination and diagnostic equipment
• Working knowledge of computers and ability to use electronic health records
• Familiarity with medical ethics, legal, and regulatory issues
• Must be a quick learner with the ability to multitask, punctual, professional, and available for longer hours, if required
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Energetic and willing to learn new skills
• Certified preferred, but not required

Responsibilities:

• Must be able to adequately perform meaningful use compliant histories, lensometry (with auto-lensometer), autorefraction, applanation tonometry, pupil assessment, Octopus visual fields, OCT, fundus photography, pachymetry, and TearLab/Inflammadry

Requirements:

• At least one year experience as an ophthalmic technician (certification by the Joint Commission of Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology preferred) or one year experience as an optometric technician.
• High School Diploma

Job Type:

• Full Time (32-36 hours / week)

Benefits:

• Competitive pay
• Paid holidays and vacation time

No weekends
Paid continuing education