Ophthalmic Technician

Eyesightnh; Portsmouth (NH); On-site; USD 20,457 - 29,136; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Short term disability

Good starting salary

Job summary

A local eye care practice in Portsmouth, NH, is hiring Ophthalmic Technicians to support patient care in a friendly, fast-paced environment. Responsibilities include gathering patient information, operating equipment, and maintaining records. Great starting salary of $18.00 per hour and benefits included. Ideal candidates have medical experience or are eager to learn.

Qualifications

• Experience in an ophthalmic office preferred.
• Certified Ophthalmic Assistant is a plus.
• CPR certification is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Gather patient information and operate ophthalmic equipment.
• Perform preliminary tests and maintain accurate patient records.
• Provide a positive experience for each visit.

Skills

Medical experience

Ophthalmic technician skills

Communication

Education

High School graduate or GED

Job description

Description

In this role, you'll be working closely with our patients, other technicians and providers to gather patient information, operate ophthalmic equipment, perform preliminary tests and ensure that each visit is a positive experience. You'll also be responsible for maintaining accurate patient records and completing various diagnostic tests.

We're looking for someone with previous medical experience, who can jump in and make a real impact. Bonus points if you have experience as an ophthalmic technician and are eager to continue growing your skills in this field. We are also VERY open to candidates without prior experience.

So, if you're looking for a change and want to work in a friendly, fast-paced environment where you can make a difference, we'd love to hear from you.

Eyesight Ophthalmic Services is the Seacoast’s premiere optometric and ophthalmic eye care practice. We are featuring growth opportunities as we fill several openings for Ophthalmic Technicians. These positions are available at our Portsmouth, NH location.

Good starting salary (starting from $18.00 per hour with no experience) and great benefit package including 401(k) and short term disability. Our core hours are Monday - Friday 7:00am to 5:00pm. (Note: you would have either a 7:00-4:00 or 8:00-5:00 shift)

Closed nights, weekends and holidays!

Requirements

Minimum Requirements (education and experience):

• High School graduate or GED is required.

Preferred:

• Prior Experience in Ophthalmic office
• Certified Ophthalmic Assistant
• Medical assistant
• CPR certification

Work Conditions:

• Constantly moving between patient exam rooms
• Exposure to communicable diseases, toxic substances, medicinal preparations and other conditions common to a clinic environment
• Reaching and operating equipment as required duties referenced above;
• Must be able to access and reach patients
• Ability to operate equipment requiring hand and finger dexterity

Physical Requirements:

• May be required to climb or balance; reach with hands and arms; sit; stand; stoop, kneel, or crouch; talk and hear; smell; use hands to finger, handle, or feel.
• See details of objects that are less than a few feet away.
• Ability to communicate with patients – speak with and understand patients
• Speak clearly so listeners can understand
• See differences between colors, shades, and brightness.
• Use fingers to grasp, move, or assemble very small objects