Ophthalmic Technician Position Available In Hillsborough, Florida
Tallo's Job Summary: The Ophthalmic Technician position at Clear Sight Partners, LLC in Sun City, FL involves collecting patient histories, performing eye exams, and conducting various tests. Salary is based on experience, with additional pay for certification. Candidates must have at least one year of experience in Ophthalmology or Optometry. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage, as well as paid time off and holiday pay.
Job Description
Ophthalmic Technician
CLEAR SIGHT PARTNERS, LLC 1701
Rickenbacker Drive, Sun City, FL 33573
Description:
At Florida Eye Specialist and Cataract Institute, a sight360 company, we believe sight is our most important sense. It is a priceless gift that goes far beyond how you see the world. Sight is how we move through life, enjoy its wonders and form the memories that define us. That is why we are dedicated to care for our patient’s sight every day. Salary commensurate with experience. Will pay more for COA or COT – proof of current certification required. Candidate will be required to participate in an onsite skills assessment prior to offer being made.
THIS IS AN IN CLINIC
(ONSITE)
POSITION.
Requirements:
The Ophthalmic Medical Technician is responsible for collecting and recording ocular and systemic patient histories, visual acuities, BP, IOP, Auto refractions, Manifest Refractions, performing external examinations, and dry-eye testing, as well as disease specific extra testing
Essential Functions and Responsibilities:
Collecting and recording patient medical history Instructing patients on post-operative care, medication use, contact lens care and exam expectations. Performing visual acuity testing, auto and Manifest Refractions (measurements for the glasses prescription), tonometry (measuring eye pressure) (Goldmann required) Measuring pupil size and reactivity using PERRLA Testing elements of movement (eye muscle function) Performing confrontational visual field testing, pachymetry (Corneal thickness measurement) Performing dry eye testing including Zone Quick and TBUT, Interferometry, brightness acuity testing Participating in light cleaning of the facility Maintaining a sanitized environment Performing corneal topography, retinal nerve fiber layer measurements, retinal thickness and topography, fluorescein angiography, B-scan ultrasonography Assisting with contact lens fitting and instructing patients on insertion and removal of contacts. Preparing for and assisting with in-office procedures including consenting patients Assisting with Lasers or minor procedures
Qualifications:
Required:
Minimal of one year in Ophthalmology or Optometry – supporting
OD or MD Preferred:
Certification Proficiency with
EMR and EHR Skills and Abilities:
Superior interpersonal and communications skills. Ability to perform manifest refraction is required Ability to perform Goldmann tonometry is required. Ability to effectively multitask Attentive to detail and accuracy.
Benefits:
Medical, Dental, Vision COA/COT Sponsorship and Reimbursement program Scrub Reimbursement Program Paid Time Off (PTO accrues beginning first day of employment) 8 Paid Holidays
