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CT EYE CENTER, P.C.

Ophthalmic technician

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What they do

An Ophthalmic Technician makes prescription eyeglasses and contact lenses by cutting and shaping lenses according to individual prescriptions. May make lenses for other optical equipment, such as telescopes or microscopes. Works in medical equipment manufacturing facilities and laboratories, retail stores, or in the offices of optometrists and physicians.

$45,147 / year median in Connecticut

+27% projected growth

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Job Description

Immediate Opening for Medical Ophthalmic tech. This job requires someone who can work closely with the physicians and interact well with out patients and coworkers. We work as a team! You must be able to commute between 2 office locations and have reliable transportation.
Position Summary/Purpose:
Ophthalmic tech: Inform patients of the purpose of all tests personally performed and how they will be affected during the tests. Obtain and record patient's chief complaint and complete ocular and medical history. Instill eye drops and any other medication as prescribed by physician. Perform accurate and consistent documentation and measurement tasks to include: Visual Acuity, Lensometry, Confrontational fields, evaluation of Motility, Pupillary Function Tests, IOP check (by Tonopen, Visual Fields, Pachymetry, HRT, OCT, and Refracting (both manually and on the Epic). Other tasks specific to the physician's needs as a result of new technologies. Prepare for and assist in minor procedures as directed by the physician..
Skills needed for Ophthalmic tech:
Must possess good communication skills Be well organized Ability to take directions an listen Team Player Must be courteous and pleasant when working with patients, doctors and coworkers Ability to read and comprehend,write legibly, spell correctly, and proof read Ability to learn medical terminology and ophthalmic terminology and retain Ability to work with all age groups, especially the elderly Computer skills' '
Work Remotely No Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$19.00 - $21.00 per hour
Benefits:
401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off
Experience:
Ophthalmology:
1 year (Preferred) Ability to
Relocate:
West Hartford, CT 06107: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Work Location:
In person