Ophthalmic Technician

Northwell Health; Riverhead (NY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider seeks an Ophthalmic Technician to assist ophthalmologists and optometrists in providing exceptional eye care. The technician will perform essential duties including vision screenings, administering medications, and maintaining treatment areas. Join a dynamic team dedicated to patient health in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Current Ophthalmic Technician Certification preferred.
• 1-3 years of relevant experience required.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine vision screening.
• Administers eye medications.
• Cleans ophthalmic instruments and equipment.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Ophthalmic Technician Certification

Job description

Job Description

Assists ophthalmologists, optometrists, opticians, and physicians.

Job Responsibility

• Performs routine vision screening.
• Administers eye medications.
• Cleans ophthalmic instruments and equipment.
• Prepares and maintains treatment rooms.
• Performs related duties as required. All responsibilities noted here are considered essential functions of the job under the Americans with Disabilities Act. Duties not mentioned here, but considered related are not essential functions.

Job Qualification

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Current Ophthalmic Technician Certification preferred, plus specialized certifications as needed.
• 1-3 years of relevant experience, required.
• Experience working in a fast paced environment highly preferred.

*Additional Salary Detail
The salary range and/or hourly rate listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future.When determining a team member's base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., location, specialty, service line, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget and internal equity).