Ophthalmic Technician

The JOY FM; Martinez (GA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Generous paid time off

401K

Medical insurance

Life Insurance

Job summary

The JOY FM is seeking an Ophthalmic Technician to join the patient care team. The ideal candidate has prior ophthalmic assistant or technician experience, with on-the-job training offered for the right person.

You will take medical histories, dilate eyes for exams, and educate patients on contacts, eye drops, and post-surgery medications while documenting all procedures accurately.

Qualifications

• Experience as ophthalmic assistant or technician preferred.
• Willing to train the right candidate.
• Ability to take medical histories and document chief complaints.
• Proficient in computer literacy and problem solving.
• Strong communication with patients and team required.

Responsibilities

• Take medical histories from patients and document chief complaint.
• Dilate eyes to prepare for exams and instruct on use of contacts, eye drops, and post-surgery meds.
• Document exams and procedures performed by the physician.
• Oversee prescriptions and patient/family instructions for self-care and follow-up.
• Perform diagnostic testing such as OCT, fundus photography, and fluorescein angiography.
• Organize instruments and supplies; sterilize/autoclave instruments; restock inventories.
• Coordinate and schedule surgery; assist with clinical flow.
• Communicate with patients, physicians and coworkers.

Skills

Communication

Computer literacy

Organization

Medical history taking

Patient education

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

OCT

Fundus photography

Fluorescein angiography

Tonopen

Tonometer

Job description

Description

We are seeking an Ophthalmic Technician to join our patient care team. Our ideal candidate has previous experience as an ophthalmic assistant or technician. However, we are willing to provide on-the-job training and experience to the right candidate. In this role, your primary tasks are to take medical histories from patients, dilate their eyes to prepare them for exams, and provide them with instructions on how to use contacts, eye drops, and post-surgery medications. Accurately obtain and document chief complaint, medical history, vision, intraocular pressure via tonopen and tonometer, and administer dilating drops. Thoroughly document procedures as they are being performed by the physician, including but not limited to, medical history and physical exam, procedures and treatments. Oversee prescriptions and instructions for patient or family members for self-care and follow-up. Educate patients regarding administration of medications as directed by physician. Computer literacy and problem solving is necessary. Ability to work under pressure with minimal supervision. Assist with clinical flow. Perform diagnostic testing such as OCT, fundus photography, and fluorescein angiography. Organize instruments and supplies for in office procedures. Sterilize/autoclave instruments. Monitor inventory and restock medical forms and patient education materials. Monitor and restock inventory of medical supplies, medications and samples. Ability to communicate with patients, physicians and co-workers is critical. Coordinate and schedule surgery. Additional duties as assigned by Physician or Management. Position is full-time or part-time with flexible hours, office hours Monday-Friday 9:00-5:00 · Competitive salary- based on experience and education · Paid holidays and generous paid time off, 401K, Medical, Life Insurance · Team oriented working environment where you are heard and respected · Clear career ladder opportunities Job Types: Full-time, Part-time Salary: $12.00 - $20.00 per hour depending on experience Benefits: Flexible schedule Paid time off Medical specialties: Ophthalmology Schedule: Monday to Friday

Qualifications

Education: High school or equivalent (Preferred) Experience: Ophthalmology: 1 year (Preferred) Work Location: In person