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.
Ophthalmic Technician Northwest Eye Clinic Golden Valley, MN Job Details Full-time From $21 an hour 19 hours ago Benefits Health savings account AD&D insurance Paid holidays Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Flexible spending account Paid time off Employee assistance program Vision insurance Employee discount Pet insurance Qualifications Ophthalmology patient education Ophthalmic medical procedure assistance Pre-examination patient preparation Assisting with diagnostic tests and procedures Visual acuity testing High school diploma or GED Preparing medical treatment area Medical diagnostic testing One-on-one patient counseling Visual field testing Ophthalmic history taking Patient care Cleaning Intraocular pressure (IOP) measurement Stocking Patient interaction Medical assisting Patient education Contact lens care patient education Eye refraction Entry level Full Job Description With five locations throughout the Twin Cities metro area, Northwest Eye is among the largest specialty eye care providers in the Midwest. Our environment is both dynamic and adaptable! The variety of patients you interact with each day and cutting-edge eye health practices will keep you at the top of your game. Northwest Eye has a current opening for a full-time (1.0 FTE) Ophthalmic Tech at our Golden Valley clinic.
Position Summary:
The Ophthalmic Tech performs diagnostic testing and work-up as delegated by the physician to allow for proper professional diagnosis of patient's conditions and to do so in a way that instills patient confidence in the treatment. This position is 40 hours per week position, regularly working M-F between the hours of 7am - 5pm. The home base of this position is Golden Valley but will require some travel to the other Northwest Eye Clinic locations (Crosstown, Maple Grove, St. Anthony and Wayzata). Starting pay is $21.00/hour.
Essential Job Responsibilities:
Perform and document subjective and objective ophthalmic testing efficiently to provide basic information necessary for ophthalmic examinations. This includes but is not limited to: history, visual acuities, lensometry (manual and auto), refractometry, keratometry (manual and automated), visual fields, tonometry, assisting with office procedures, perform contact lens I&R's Educate patients regarding diagnostic testing and their clinic visit Open and close exam rooms, ensure all equipment is clean and ready for the doctor; stock all necessary supplies Inform patients of the purpose of all test performed and how they will be affected during the tests All other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
High school diploma or equivalent Optometry or ophthalmology experience preferred JCAHPO certification preferred Contact lens experience preferred
Benefits:
Health Insurance (medical, dental, vision, HSA) Paid Time Off (PTO) Holiday Pay 401
K Retirement Savings Plan Other Benefits:
Accident, Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness, Life/AD&D, Disability, Commuter, Dependent Care, Adoption & Surrogate, Pet Insurance Employee Assistance Program Employee Discounts About Us:
Northwest Eye Clinic provides a wide range of service offerings from comprehensive pediatrics, cataract surgery and premium lens implants, treatment of corneal and retinal disease and glaucoma, oculofacial and esthetic services to LASIK and total eye care that allow us to care for all ages, from newborns to seniors. Our doctors, surgeons, and eye care professionals are true professionals with uncommon enthusiasm for education patients about eye care. We make patient education our focus and encourage patients to Be Eye Wise about their eye health. Northwest Eye and MN Eye Consultants are now sister companies under Unifeye Vision Partners! To view employment opportunities at all of our locations go to www.unifeyejobs.com Unifeye Vision Partners provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Key Words:
Licensed Practical Nurse, LPN, CMA, Certified Medical Assistant, Medical Assistant, Ophthalmic Assistant, Ophthalmic Tech, Ophthalmic Tech/Assistant, Ophthalmic Medical Assistant, Ophthalmology Assistant, Ophthalmology Technician, Ophthalmology Technologist, Optometric Tech, Optometric Assistant
