Ophthalmic Technician: Eye Diagnostics & Patient Care

OU Health; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

401(k)

Medical and dental plans

Job summary

OU Health announces an Ophthalmic Technician role at the Dean McGee Eye Institute in Northwest Oklahoma City. The technician will support clinical care by performing diagnostic testing, documenting patient history, and maintaining exam readiness.

A High School Diploma or GED is required, with BLS certification required on hire. The successful candidate will perform various ophthalmic procedures, assist with patient evaluations, and ensure infection control and safety.

Qualifications

• Clear communication with patients and team.
• Provide compassionate, professional patient care.
• Proficiency in ophthalmic procedures and diagnostic tests.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct patient care by taking vitals, patient history, referrals, and patient phone messages under direct supervision of the provider and/or clinical supervisor.
• Accurately collect and document medical and ocular history in an electronic medical record.
• Perform ophthalmic tests including Visual Acuity, Lensometry, Pupillary Assessment, Ocular Motility, Tonometry, Retinoscopy/Refractometry, Glare Testing, Topography, Color Vision, Amsler Grid, Stereopsis, Dry Eye Testing, Pachymetry, Confrontation Visual Field Testing, OCT, ASCAN, and Automated Perimetry.
• Prepare and stock exam rooms, laser rooms, and minor procedure areas.
• Sterilize, package, and maintain ophthalmic instruments and equipment.
• Perform basic equipment maintenance and report malfunctions.
• Uphold infection control and patient safety protocols in all clinical activities.
• Transport patients in various clinical areas as needed.
• Perform other administrative and clinical duties as needed to optimize patient flow.

Skills

Effective communication

Compassionate patient care

Ophthalmic testing

EMR documentation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

EMR systems

Ophthalmic instruments

Job description

OU Health announces an Ophthalmic Technician role at the Dean McGee Eye Institute in Northwest Oklahoma City. The technician will support clinical care by performing diagnostic testing, documenting patient history, and maintaining exam readiness.

A High School Diploma or GED is required, with BLS certification required on hire. The successful candidate will perform various ophthalmic procedures, assist with patient evaluations, and ensure infection control and safety.