Ophthalmic Technician

iHire; Danbury (CT); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A well-established multi-specialty Ophthalmology group in Danbury is seeking an experienced Ophthalmic Technician. The role involves patient care, performing diagnostic tests, and supporting the physician. Ideal candidates are compassionate, detail-oriented, and possess excellent communication skills. Training is available for the right candidate.

Qualifications

• 1 - 3 years experience as an Ophthalmic Technician preferred.
• Certified Ophthalmic Assistant/Technician/Scribe Certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Interview patients and document ocular and medical histories.
• Perform preliminary and diagnostic testing.
• Monitor patient flow and assist the physician.

Skills

Communication

Customer Service

Data Entry

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

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Full Job Description

Well established multi-specialty, multi location Ophthalmology group looking for an experienced ophthalmic technician. Technicians must be compassionate, detail-oriented team players with great people skills and a desire to grow in a friendly practice. As an Ophthalmic Technician, your primary job function is to work with the ophthalmologist to provide exceptional patient care by gathering all patient information necessary for a proper diagnosis. You will perform initial patient examinations, ophthalmic testing procedures, and assist the physician as directed.

Job Responsibilities

• Interview patients and document ocular and medical histories
• Perform preliminary testing such as visual acuity, pupillary responses, confrontation visual fields, motility, stereopsis, color vision, angle assessment, refractometry, and applanation tonometry, automated keratometry, and lensometry.
• Perform diagnostic testing including automated perimetry, OCT, IOL Master, A-scan, ophthalmic photography, corneal topography, and Pentacam.
• Monitor and facilitate patient flow in the clinic and imaging rooms, working collaboratively with other clinical staff.
• Administer eye drops as required by the physician.
• EMR scribing and electronic medication refills.
• Perform clinical and administrative duties as directed.
• Provide support to front office as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

High School Diploma or equivalent required.

Preferred Qualifications

Certified Ophthalmic Assistant/Technician/Scribe Certification.

Special Skills

• Ability to work well with others
• Reliable, punctual, and dependable
• Excellent communication skills
• Data entry and typing skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Exceptional customer service skills
• Proven experience as an Ophthalmic Technician
• Knowledge of medical office procedures

We are willing to train the RIGHT candidate if you have no experience!

Employment Details

• Type: Full Time
• Years Experience: 1 - 3 years
• Salary: $18 - $23 per hour
• Bonus/Commission: No

Additional Information

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Health Care Provider

Industries

• Hospitals and Health Care
• Medical Practices

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