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The Eye Clinic, Inc
Ophthalmic Assistant
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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.
$40,602 / year median in Ohio
+25% projected growth
Job Description
Offering competitive wages, a very generous benefit package worth over $3.00 an hour and a "work family" environment that is hard to find!!! The Eye Clinic, Inc is a private practice serving our community for over 50 years. Our number one priority is delivering the highest quality patient care with compassion and kindness. Only experienced ophthalmic assistants will be considered. Pay is based on years of experience and skill level. Candidates should have no less than 6 months experience working in the field of ophthalmology or optometry, the ability to succeed in a fast paced environment, and enjoy patient advocacy, as well as team work. Professionalism, empathy and compassion for patients, as well as exceptional intrapersonal skills are required. •Applicants must have reliable transportation and valid driver's license as some travel between offices is required •Two office locations 3545 Lincoln Way East Massillon, Ohio 44646 1605 Portage RD NW North Canton, Ohio 44720 Responsibilities include: Accurately and efficiently performing/obtaining: chief complaint, history of present illness, visual acuity neutralization of glasses prescription manifest refraction auto refraction assessment of pupils, confrontation fields, and anterior chamber depth scribing A-scans visual field, fundus photography, OCT, topography, and pachymetry testing, applanation, tonopen and/or Icare tonometry assisting in minor in office surgeries, sterilization of surgical instruments Benefits for full time employees include: All Benefits are adjusted if not working 30+ hours PTO (80 hours 1st year) 6 Paid Holidays 401(k) and Profit Sharing (very generous employer contribution!!!) Health Insurance (70% of employee's premium is paid by the employer) Employer HSA Contribution ($1,000 annually) Employer paid Short Term Disability (100%) Dental coverage Employer paid Continuing Education Uniform Reimbursement Optical discounts for employee and family Free eye exam annually for employee and immediate family $250.00 Bonus upon passing Ophthalmic Medical Assisting Home-study course $1.00/ hr increase upon earning COA certification Certification reimbursement Continuing education credits paid for by employer Must have the following to perform the job: Adequate visual acuity Adequate hearing Clear speech Hand/finger dexterity Ability to stand, sit, and be mobile for up to 8 hours Ability to lift up to 25 lbs