Ophthalmic Technician

NVISION Eye Centers; Encinitas (CA); On-site; USD 27,552 - 38,572; Full time

Job summary

NVISION Eye Centers in Encinitas, California, is looking for an Ophthalmology Technician. In this role, you'll be responsible for conducting patient work-ups, assisting in exams and surgeries, and performing diagnostic tests. We're seeking someone with at least 2 years of experience as an ophthalmology technician and a high school diploma or equivalent. Compensation ranges from $20.00 to $28.00 per hour based on experience. Join us to provide exceptional patient care at one of the largest ophthalmology providers in the U.S.

Qualifications

• 2+ years experience as Ophthalmology Technician is ideal.
• Desire to provide an exceptional patient experience.

Responsibilities

• Work up, educate, and follow up potential patients.
• Complete necessary medical and surgical history and diagnostic testing.
• Assist the doctor in exam lane and surgical procedures.

Skills

Ophthalmology Technician experience

Patient care

Diagnostic testing

Slit lamp microscope use

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Overview

NVISION Eye Centers is one of the largest ophthalmology providers in the U.S., with over ninety centers across six states including California, Nevada, Oregon, Arizona, Texas, and Utah. An innovative leader in ophthalmology, we are dedicated to providing the best patient experience through the use of the latest technology and treatment by the most talented and experienced surgeons in the industry. With more than 3,000 eye doctors referring their patients and trusting their own eyes to NVISION surgeons, NVISION Eye Centers is the Eye Doctors' #1 Choice.

Responsibilities

This position is primarily responsible for the work up, education and follow up of potential patients. This position will complete all necessary work up including obtaining medical and surgical history, and the completion of all diagnostic testing. This position is also responsible for assisting the doctor in the exam lane and in surgical procedures by performing the following duties.

• Core duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
• Ensures that all forms are complete and pertinent information has been recorded.
• Maintains the outcome data.
• Performs deft in auto refractions, topographical mapping, wavefront analysis, lensometer, pachymeter and visual acuities.
• Evaluates and measures pupil size and responses, general use of a slit lamp microscope, applanation tonometer and proper instillation of eye drops.
• Understands all equipment and instruments used in the center, including LASIK suite
• Provides pre/post-operative care and instructions.
• Assists in surgery by preparing the laser room with supplies and sterilized equipment.
• Stocks all medication and medical supplies by proactively planning work week to ensure completion of required tasks.
• Calls to request pre/post-ops on surgery patients.
• Orders all medical supplies.
• Keeps up with all regular and emergency maintenance on medical equipment.
• Assists in other areas as needed
• 2+ years experience as Ophthalmology Technician is Ideal
• High School Diploma or Equivalent Required
• Desire to Provide an Exceptional Patient Experience

Compensation

USD $20.00/Hr. USD $28.00/Hr.