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Ophthalmic Technician

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Georgia Ophthalmologists

Covington, GA (In Person)

$34,195 Salary, Full-Time

Posted 2 days ago (Updated 16 hours ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 7/11/2026

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Job Description

ESSENTIAL SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Demonstrated, advanced comprehension of the ophthalmic assistant skills as outlined by the Joint Commission on Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology (JCAHPO). Basic understanding of optics and the ability to perform refractometry. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Empathetic personality with concern for patients' needs. Strong organization with attention to detail. Ability to work as a team member. Demonstrated comprehension of the principles of optics, refraction, and contact lenses. Demonstrated ability to perform comprehensive work ups on three patients per hour. Demonstrated computer literacy.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Communication and Patient Care Acquaints all new patients with office procedures to which they will be exposed. Informs patients of the purpose of all tests personally performed, and how the patient will be affected during the tests. Obtains patient history to include chief complaint, history of present illness, past history (ocular and general), family history (ocular and general), and history of allergies and medications. Performs accurate and consistent documentation and measurement tasks to include: Visual acuity Manual lensometry Confrontational visual fields Stereo testing Evaluation of motility Pupillary function tests Color plates Applanation tonometry Refractometry Angle assessment Dilation of pupils Contact lens evaluations Visual field testing Optic nerve scanning (i.e. OCT, HRT, GDx) Pachymetry Corneal topography Other tasks specific to the physician's needs as a result of new technologies Provides back-up to the ophthalmic photographer regarding fundus, exterior and anterior segment photographs. Performs duties consistent with ophthalmic writer/scribe.
Job Type:
Full-time Benefits:
401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Medical specialties:
Medical-Surgical Ophthalmology Schedule:
8 hour shift
Education:
High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Experience:
Ophthalmology Experience:
1 year (Preferred)
Work Location:
One location
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$12.88 - $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Ability to commute/relocate: Covington, GA 30014: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Experience:
Ophthalmology:
1 year (Preferred)
Work Location:
In person