Ophthalmic Technician Atrium Health Charlotte PRN

271 Atrium Health Specialty Network, Inc; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid time off

Education programs

Job summary

271 Atrium Health Specialty Network, Inc in Charlotte, NC, is seeking a part-time Ophthalmic Technician. The role requires at least 5 years of ophthalmic experience or COA/COT certification, and includes performing tests, documenting history, and assisting in procedures.

Responsibilities include patient communication, accurate documentation of refractions, blood pressure, visual field testing, and post-operative wound care, with opportunities for shift-based compensation and benefits eligibility.

Qualifications

• Requires 5 years' ophthalmic experience or COA/COT certification.
• Ophthalmic testing and patient history documentation experience.
• Proficiency with refractions, visual field testing, and corneal mapping.

Responsibilities

• Explain tests and how they affect patients.
• Record medical history and update medication sheets.
• Perform measurements: BP, refractions, TA's, K readings, visual fields.
• Assist physicians with complex procedures and post-op wound care.
• Determine next patient based on physician's schedule.

Skills

Ophthalmic tech

COA or COT

Patient care

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Refraction equipment

Job description

Department: 02270 GCMG Ophthalmology: Charlotte - Ophthalmology Status: Part time Benefits Eligible: No Hours Per Week: 0 Schedule Details/Additional Information: 8am to 5pm Mon. thru Fri. Must have 5 years' experience as an Ophthalmic Technician or have their COA or COT certification. Pay Range $21.85 - $32.80

Essential Functions

• Informs patients of the purpose of all tests performed and how they will be affected during the test.
• Obtains chief complaint, history of present and new illness, past history, old and new family history, and history of allergies and medications, record last known prescription.
• Update medication sheet.
• Performs accurate and consistent documentation and measurement tasks to include measuring and recording of: blood pressure, refractions, TA's, K Readings, Visual Field testing, Corneal mapping, auto refraction.
• Assists in the performance of complex medical procedures requiring special assistance.
• Involved in direct patient care to include: post surgical wound care.
• Determines which patient is seen next based on physician's bin or emergency.

Physical Requirements

• Requires consistent walking, standing, and sitting.
• Requires some lifting, reaching, bending, stooping, pushing, and pulling.
• Must be able to lift up to 30 pounds in handling of some medical equipment or supplies.
• Must speak and read proficient English.

Education, Experience and Certifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Ophthalmology experience required, COA or COT certification preferred.

Our Commitment to You

• Compensation Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training.
• Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job.
• Incentive pay for select positions.
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance.
• Benefits and more.
• Paid Time Off programs.
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability.
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses.
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave.
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs.
• Educational Assistance Program.

About Advocate Health

Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise. It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation’s largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits. This is Transformation One shared purpose brought us together. Now, as one of the 10 largest not-for-profit, integrated health systems in the United States, our combined strength and stability drives us forward. Starting with You Caring for nearly 3 million people has inspired a transformation. One in which the patient’s experience guides our vision and empowers us to offer new possibilities in our communities. Reshaping Access What is access? It’s offering more sites of care than any other health system in the Midwest. But there’s a new frontier. Access is exploring the latest technologies to deliver care to patients exactly where they are and exactly when they need it Inspiring Professionals With our dynamically inclusive workforce and strong connections to the places where we live and work, we’ll touch more lives and contribute to stronger and more vibrant communities. Transforming Care We’re redefining the standard for care with world-class doctors and caregivers, innovative solutions, outstanding outcomes, and leading-edge research and clinical trials. Combined, Advocate and Aurora are recognized for clinical excellence in: Cardiovascular Care Neurosciences Gynecology Oncology Pediatrics Primary Care Neurology Geriatrics Trauma Care