Ophthalmic Assistant/Technician

Ophthalmic Assistant/Technician Eye Consultants of Savannah Savannah, GA Job Details Full-time From $18 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off On-the-job training Vision insurance 401(k) matching Life insurance Qualifications Collaborate with healthcare professionals Direct patient care Medication administration Certified Ophthalmic Assistant Ophthalmology High school diploma or GED Certified Ophthalmic Technician Decision making Clinical documentation Retinal tomography Patient interaction Health education and counseling Entry level Full Job Description Eye Consultants of Savannah has an opening for an experienced ophthalmic assistant/technician Ophthalmic technicians have specialized training in interviewing patients about eye issues. They also perform eye exams, check glasses prescriptions, and talk with the doctor about your eyes. Technicians are also wonderful resources. They may give you information and tips about managing eye conditions. Ophthalmic technicians are not nurses, but per the doctor's direction, they may give information and tips about managing eye conditions. The technicians work closely with every member of the clinic staff. They are truly the "glue" that keeps the clinic together.

Work Schedule:

Full Time Days Responsibilities:

• Under the direct supervision of eye care provider, assists with performing patient care. Demonstrate proficiency in performing ophthalmic core competencies.
• Performs basic ophthalmic testing procedures, diagnostic testing, administration of medications and tasks delegated by the eye care provider.
• Assists with minor procedures and prescription refill process under the direction of provider.
• Performs documentation, patient education and enters charges. Assists with the flow of patient care.
• Within scope of job, requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgement and the ability to work with minimal supervision.

Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment and take appropriate action.

Requirements:

Minimum Required Education:

High School diploma or GED.

• One year of specialized ophthalmic experience is desirable or completion of on-the-job training program upon hiring.

Preferred requirements:

Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) or Certified Ophthalmic Technician (COT) credential preferred.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

From $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Experience:

optometric or ophthalmology: 1 year (Required) Ability to

Commute:

Savannah, GA 31405 (Required) Ability to

Relocate:

Savannah, GA 31405: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location:

In person