Ophthalmic Technician - Solinsky EyeCare

Busy Ophthalmology practice (with 10 satellite locations), looking for an ophthalmic technician with experience. Must be detail-orientated and a team player to work in a friendly fast paced environment. We have a completely computerized office including electronic medical records.

Ophthalmic Technician will assist the Physicians with diagnostic testing, preliminary patient evaluations and other assigned tasks not limited to the Clinical Department.

• No immediate supervisory responsibilities

• Complete preliminary patient evaluations with a high level of accuracy, efficiently and in accordance with Solinsky EyeCare standards

• Gather and verify the patient's ocular history, medical history, and chief complaint

• Take ocular measurements as assigned by the physician (i.e., Manual Refraction (preferred) + Auto Refraction)

• Perform diagnostic tests as assigned by the physician (visual field, OCT, fundus photos, external photos, topography, lipiscan, TearLab, Inflammadry, FA's, color vision screening, stereo testing, VEP, ERG, HRT,......etc.)

• Administer ocular medications (eye drops/ointments) as requested by the physician

• Prepare examination rooms and maintain a clean workspace

• Assist the physician with office procedures (lesion excisions, YAG capsulotomy, YAG PI.... etc.)

• Willing to learn new skills as required by the needs of the practice within 6 months of their introduction

• Willing to travel to satellite offices as needed (reliable transportation is needed)

• Assist with other assigned tasks not listed by Clinical Leadership and SEC Management

• Be a team player and maintain a professional and positive attitude

• Maintain a professional appearance as outlined in the employee handbook

• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information as it relates to patients and staff members

• Study the CPSS Home Study Modules and pass the CPSS exam within 6 months of hire

• Complete COA Home Study Guide and questions within 18 months of hire

• Study for and take COA test within 2 years of hire

• Ability to multi-task

• Ability to handle stressful situations in a calm and professional manner

• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in the English language in person, by phone and in writing