Ophthalmic Technician

Eye Health America; Columbus (GA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Matching 401(k)

Paid Vacation & Holidays

Uniform Allowance

Training/Advancement opportunities

Job summary

Eye Health America is seeking an Ophthalmic Technician to assist doctors in eye examinations and ensure patient care. Responsibilities include gathering medical records, administering medications, and assisting in basic procedures. Candidates with previous healthcare experience are preferred, and adequate training will be provided upon hire.

The position also offers various benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, as well as a matching 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• Previous work experience in a healthcare environment preferred, but not required.
• Ophthalmic Technician experience and certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Gathering medical records and patient information.
• Taking ocular measurements, both anatomical and functional.
• Administering or preparing medications.
• Providing eye care and contact lens information to the patient.
• Maintaining and cleaning ophthalmic instruments.
• Assisting the doctors in basic procedures.

Skills

Healthcare experience

Ophthalmic procedure assistance

Job description

Under the supervision of the clinical manager, the ophthalmic technician assists doctors in patients' eye examinations. Duties include performing workups of patients, various vision tests, collecting medical data, monitoring and maintaining patient flow, scribing, and assisting doctors with procedures.

Must be willing to travel to our different clinic locations if needed. Overtime may be required.

Job Responsibilities

• Gathering medical records and patient information
• Taking ocular measurements, both anatomical and functional
• Administering or preparing medications
• Providing eye care and contact lens information to the patient
• Maintaining and cleaning ophthalmic instruments
• Assisting the doctors in basic procedures

Qualifications

• Previous work experience in a healthcare environment preferred, but not required.
• Ophthalmic Technician experience and certification is a plus.
• Adequate training will be provided upon hire.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Short-term Disability, Long-term Disability, Life Insurance, etc.
• Matching 401(k)
• Wellness Program
• Paid Vacation & Holidays
• Uniform Allowance
• Training/Advancement opportunities