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UF Health
Ophthalmic Assistant-Certified | Ophthalmology | Full Time | Days
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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.
$39,427 / year median in Florida
+20% projected growth
Job Description
Overview This position requires a professionally multi-skilled individual dedicated to assisting in all aspects of an Ophthalmic practice including clerical duties under the supervision of an Ophthalmologist and a Registered Nurse. Responsibilities Assists physician with in-office procedures, refraction, slit lamp exams. Operates automated/manual visual field analyzers. Safely operate ophthalmic equipment, cameras, slit lamp, projectors. Possess knowledge of ocular pharmacology. Perform other tasks associated with the clinic operation as assigned. Safely triage patients. Maintains patient records. Complete data collection while maintaining HIPAA compliance standards regarding patient confidentiality.