Ophthalmic Technician - Eye Care & Surgical Support

Advanced-Eye-Care,-Sc; New Lenox (IL); On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Life insurance (Employer-Paid)

Disability insurance (Employer-Paid)

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Uniform allowance

Vision care

401k profit sharing

Cash balance plan

Voluntary benefits

Job summary

Advanced Eye Care in New Lenox, IL is seeking a qualified Ophthalmic Technician to assist patients throughout the eye examination and treatment process. The role involves preparing patients, conducting history taking, and performing diagnostic tests under physician supervision.

Responsibilities include assisting in minor surgical procedures, providing patient education, and maintaining exam rooms and equipment.

Qualifications

• Ophthalmic Technician training completed 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 organize and prioritize tasks to maintain workflow.
• Interest in continuing education and professional growth.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients through the eye examination and treatment process; prepare patients for examinations, tests or treatments and explain procedures.
• Perform 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.

Skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Empathy/Professionalism

Team player

Task organization

Education

Ophthalmic Technician training

Job description

Advanced Eye Care in New Lenox, IL is seeking a qualified Ophthalmic Technician to assist patients throughout the eye examination and treatment process. The role involves preparing patients, conducting history taking, and performing diagnostic tests under physician supervision.

Responsibilities include assisting in minor surgical procedures, providing patient education, and maintaining exam rooms and equipment.