Ophthalmic Technician

ExactHire; New Lenox (IL); On-site; USD 29,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Employer-Paid Group Life

Employer-Paid Long Term and Short-Term

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Uniform Allowance

Vision Care Benefits and Optical Allow

401k Profit Sharing

Cash Balance Plan

Voluntary Benefit Offerings

Job summary

Advanced Eye Care in Illinois seeks a dedicated Ophthalmic Technician to guide patients through exams and treatments, prepare for tests, and assist physicians during minor procedures. You will perform history taking, diagnostic testing, patient education, and help maintain exam rooms and equipment.

This full-time role supports our Lemont and New Lenox offices with comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, life and disability insurance, paid time off, holidays, 401k profit sharing, and

Qualifications

• Completion of Ophthalmic Technician training or prior on-the-job training.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Attention to detail and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to communicate empathetically in a professional, courteous and efficient manner.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients through eye examinations and treatments; prepare patients for tests and explain procedures.
• Perform history taking, diagnostic testing and pre-testing for physician exams.
• Assist in minor surgical procedures.
• Provide patient education.
• Maintain exam rooms and diagnostic instrument supplies.

Skills

Excellent communication

Attention to detail

Team player

Empathy in patient interactions

Education

Ophthalmic Technician training

Job description

About Advanced Eye Care

Advanced Eye Care believes in the collaborative approach to patient-centric care using the latest technology. AEC prides itself on investment in employee skill development and in delivering five-star patient experiences. Our primary practice focus is cataract and cornea surgery and comprehensive anterior segment medical management. Our medically-focused optometrists specialize in dry eye disease and keratoconus. We have offices located in Lemont and New Lenox, Illinois, and treat more than 18,000 patient encounters per year.

Job Summary:

• Responsible for assisting patients through the course of eye examination and treatment; prepare patients for examinations, tests or treatments and explain procedures
• Perform all areas of history taking, diagnostic testing and pre-testing in preparation for physician exam and consultation
• Assist in minor surgical procedures
• Provide patient education
• Maintain exam room and diagnostic instrument supplies
• Additional duties as assigned

Requirements:

• Completion of Ophthalmic Technician training or prior on-the-job training
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Attention to detail and critical thinking skills
• Ability to communicate empathetically in a professional, courteous and efficient manner
• Ability to effectively organize and prioritize tasks in order to complete and maintain workflow
• Ability to work effectively as a team member who is flexible, cooperative and willing to assist others
• Interest in continuing education and professional growth
• Commitment to accountability and dependability

Full Time Benefits:

Medical

Dental

Employer-Paid Group Life

Employer-Paid Long Term and Short-Term Disability

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Uniform Allowance

Vision Care Benefits and Optical Allowance

401k Profit Sharing

Cash Balance Plan

Voluntary Benefit Offerings – Family Life, Family STD, Critical Illness, Accident, Pet Insurance, Identity Protection