Ophthalmic Technician

Tyson Eye; Cape Coral (FL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Tyson Eye in Cape Coral, FL is seeking a motivated ophthalmic professional to join our team as a COA/COT track or CPOA/OMA candidate. We support ongoing training and offer pay increases as certifications are achieved.

Our team is cross-trained across ophthalmology services and research. Responsibilities include reviewing patient charts, preparing for exams, opening/closing exam rooms, and performing diagnostic tests such as OCT and visual fields.

Qualifications

• Current certification as CPOA, OMA, COA or willingness to become COA or COT.
• Strong commitment to ongoing education and professional development.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced clinical environment.

Responsibilities

• Review patient chart(s) for exams and screenings.
• Work up patients for eye exams and coordinate with physicians.
• Open and close exam rooms and maintain readiness.
• Provide the highest quality of customer service to patients.
• Perform diagnostic tests such as OCT, Retina Camera, Visual Field, and tonometry.
• Screen patients for clinical trials and trials eligibility.

Skills

CPOA/OMA/COA/COT readiness

Interpersonal skills

Customer service orientation

Detail-oriented

Job description

About Tyson Eye

Tyson Eye is seeking a motivated candidate who is a CPOA, OMA, COA or wishes to become a Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) or Certified Ophthalmic Technician (COT). We encourage ongoing training and provide pay increases once certifications are achieved. We are committed to helping you increase your earning potential! Tyson Eye promotes from within and supports our team members in advancing their careers and earning potential. The majority of our technicians become Certified Ophthalmic Assistants (COA) within 18 months of joining our team. Our current technicians are cross-trained in Optometry, general Ophthalmology, Retina, Lasik, Cataract, and our research department.

About Tyson Eye

Tyson Eye is seeking a motivated candidate who is a CPOA, OMA, COA or wishes to become a Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) or Certified Ophthalmic Technician (COT). We encourage ongoing training and provide pay increases once certifications are achieved. We are committed to helping you increase your earning potential! Tyson Eye promotes from within and supports our team members in advancing their careers and earning potential. The majority of our technicians become Certified Ophthalmic Assistants (COA) within 18 months of joining our team. Our current technicians are cross-trained in Optometry, general Ophthalmology, Retina, Lasik, Cataract, and our research department.

Location:

Cape Coral, FL 33904

Interested candidates are encouraged to complete the Predictive Index assessment available here: Predictive Index Assessment

Responsibilities / Essential Job Functions

• Review patient chart(s)
• Work up patients for eye exams
• Open and close exam rooms
• Provide the highest quality of customer service
• Perform diagnostic tests including OCT, Retina Camera, Visual Field, Goldmann tonometry, OPD, IOL master, and others
• Screen patients for clinical trials

Qualifications

• Current certification as CPOA, OMA, COA or willingness to become a Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) or Certified Ophthalmic Technician (COT)
• Strong commitment to ongoing education and professional development
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced clinical environment
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills

Tyson Eye is an equal opportunity employer and proud to be a drug and tobacco free organization