Ophthalmic Technician/Optician

Responsibilities:

• Assist optometrists in providing patient care
• Perform preliminary eye function testing such as visual acuity, color vision, and depth perception
• Take patient medical history and document relevant information
• Prepare patients for examinations and procedures
• Administer eye drops or medications as directed by healthcare providers
• Perform diagnostic tests such as tonometry, visual field testing, and retinal imaging
• Clean and maintain ophthalmic instruments and equipment
• Educate patients on proper eye care and contact lens use Fit, measure and dispense eyeglass frames.

Understand ophthalmic lens properties and prescriptions.

Skills:

• Transcribe medical documentation accurately and efficiently
• Maintain organized and accurate medical records
• Possess knowledge of ocular anatomy, physiology, and systems
• Familiarity with medical terminology specific to ophthalmology
• Proficient in using electronic medical record (EMR) systems
• Ability to type quickly and accurately
• Excellent communication skills to interact with patients and healthcare professionals

Note:

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The employee may perform other related duties as assigned by their supervisor.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$14.00

• $16.

00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) matching Employee assistance program Employee discount Flexible spending account Paid time off Vision insurance

Medical Specialty:

Ophthalmology Experience:

optometry/ophthalmology: 1 year (Required)

Work Location:

In person