Ophthalmic Technician

Woolfson-Eye-Institute; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Woolfson-Eye-Institute in Atlanta, Georgia is looking for an Ophthalmic Assistant to assist the physician with patient examinations and treatments. This role includes taking patient histories, performing diagnostic tests, and maintaining exam rooms.

The ideal candidate should have a minimum of two years’ experience in an ophthalmic practice, strong organizational, written, and verbal communication skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Electronic Medical Records is preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two (2) years of experience in an ophthalmic practice.
• Experience performing ophthalmic procedures and diagnostic testing.
• Proficient in using Electronic Medical Records.

Responsibilities

• Assist physician with patient examinations and treatment.
• Perform preliminary work-up and manual refractions.
• Document exam findings during patient examinations.
• Administer drops under physician supervision.

Skills

Ophthalmic procedures

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Use of Electronic Medical Records

Tools

Microsoft Office

Outlook

Job description

JOB SUMMARY

Assist Physician with patient examination and treatment, responsible for patient histories, routine diagnostic procedures, as well as some clerical duties.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Facilitate patient care
• Preliminary work-up: history, chief complaint, visual acuity, eye pressure, pupil reactions, scope of vision, color vision and muscle movement.
• Manual refractions.
• Tonometry (Applanation, Tonopen).
• Diagnostic testing: Biometry, Topography, OCT, Visual Fields, Fundus Photos.
• Take dictation and document exam findings while physician is examining patient.
• Administer drops under physician supervision.
• Write out necessary prescriptions.
• Take and explain tests, procedures, treatments, and diagnoses to patients.
• Maintain and stock all exam rooms.
• Clean and maintain all instruments.
• Assist physician in minor office surgery.
• Return and answer patient phone calls as needed.

REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum of two (2) years’ experience in an ophthalmic practice. Experience in cornea and cataract clinics preferred.
• Minimum of two (2) years’ experience performing ophthalmic procedures and diagnostic testing.
• Experience in using Electronic Medical Records (EMR).
• Reliability and dependability.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proficient in Outlook and Microsoft Office.
• Flexibility (may require some early mornings and evenings)