Ophthalmic Technician

ReFocus Eye Health; Camden; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

COA Certification

Job summary

ReFocus Eye Health in New South Wales is seeking an Ophthalmic Technician to join our growing ophthalmology team. You will work closely with ophthalmologists to collect patient information, perform preliminary testing (visual acuity, pupillary responses, OCT, perimetry) and assist in minor procedures to support accurate diagnoses.

Ideal candidates have proven ophthalmic technician experience, knowledge of medical office procedures, excellent communication, attention to detail, and the ability to

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Proven experience as an Ophthalmic Technician.
• Knowledge of medical office procedures.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Elevate patient care: gather comprehensive patient information for accurate diagnoses.
• Master ophthalmic testing: conduct preliminary tests including visual acuity and pupillary responses.
• Perform advanced diagnostics: OCT, perimetry, and ophthalmic photography.
• Assist in surgical procedures: support minor surgeries and laser procedures.
• Streamline patient flow: manage patient flow in clinic and imaging rooms.
• Administer eye drops: certification required.
• Contribute to clinic efficiency: handle clinical and administrative tasks.

Skills

Patient care

Attention to detail

Communication

Teamwork

Data entry

Customer service

Reliability

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

OCT

Perimetry

Ophthalmic photography

Job description

Description

Up to 40 Hours Per Week

Monday thru Friday 8 - 4:30, some later evenings

Join Our Growing Ophthalmology Team as an Ophthalmic Technician!

Our established multi-specialty Ophthalmology group is seeking a skilled professional to join our friendly and dedicated team. If you're passionate about providing exceptional patient care and eager to grow in a supportive environment, we want to hear from you!

Your Impact:

• Elevate patient care: Work closely with our ophthalmologists to gather comprehensive patient information, ensuring accurate diagnoses and personalized treatment plans.
• Master ophthalmic testing: Conduct thorough preliminary examinations, including visual acuity, pupillary responses, and more.
• Perform advanced diagnostics: Administer a range of diagnostic tests, such as OCT, perimetry, and ophthalmic photography.
• Assist in surgical procedures: Support ophthalmologists during minor surgeries, laser procedures, and crosslinking.
• Streamline patient flow: Efficiently manage patient flow in clinic and imaging rooms, collaborating with clinical staff.
• Administer eye drops: (Certification Required)
• Contribute to clinic efficiency: Perform clinical and administrative tasks, ensuring a smooth and organized workflow.

What You'll Bring/Requirements:

• A passion for patient care and a commitment to excellence.
• Exceptional attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Proven experience as an Ophthalmic Technician.
• Knowledge of medical office procedures.
• Ability to perform indirect activities, administrative tasks and any other assigned duties that contribute to the efficient & high-quality performance of the medical practice.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.

Bonus Points:

• Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) Certification.

Key Skills:

• Reliability and a strong work ethic.
• Ability to work collaboratively with a diverse team.
• Proficiency in data entry and typing.
• Outstanding customer service skills.

We Care:

We prioritize patients, colleagues, and families with compassionate, leading care and treat all with dignity and respect.

We Collaborate:

We work together with patients, seeking diverse input to share and grow innovative ideas.

We Elevate:

Committed to excellence, we exceed expectations by delivering leading eye care research, innovation, education, and outreach.

Refocus is an equal opportunity employer and we value diversity.