Ophthalmic Technician

NVISION Eye Centers; United States Virgin Islands; On-site; USD 28,413 - 40,467; Full time

Job summary

A leading ophthalmology provider is seeking a General Ophthalmology Tech to perform patient work ups and assist in surgery. The ideal candidate should have over 2 years of experience as an Ophthalmology Technician and possess a high school diploma. Responsibilities include conducting diagnostic testing, assisting in surgical procedures, and providing pre/post-operative care. This role requires a desire to deliver exceptional patient experiences in a fast-paced clinical environment.

Qualifications

• 2+ years experience as Ophthalmology Technician is Ideal.
• Desire to Provide an Exceptional Patient Experience.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for work up, education, and follow up of potential patients.
• Completes necessary work up including obtaining medical history.
• Assists doctor in the exam lane and in surgical procedures.
• Provides pre/post-operative care and instructions.

Skills

Patient Care

Ophthalmology Equipment Operation

Diagnostic Testing

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

About NVISION Eye Centers

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®.

Job Overview

General Ophthalmology Tech 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.

Responsibilities

• 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

Qualifications

• 2+ years experience as Ophthalmology Technician is Ideal
• High School Diploma or Equivalent Required
• Desire to Provide an Exceptional Patient Experience

USD $25.00/Hr.