Ophthalmic Technician II

Florida Vision Institute; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental and optical coverage

401K and short- and long-term disability

Paid holidays and generous paid time off

Team-oriented working environment

Clear career ladder opportunities

Job summary

A multi-specialty ophthalmology practice in New York is seeking an experienced Ophthalmic Technician to join their team. The role involves patient evaluations, performing specialized tests, and assisting in minor surgical procedures. Candidates must have at least five years of experience, a High School diploma or equivalent, and preferably the Certified Ophthalmic Technician (COT) certification. The company offers great work hours, benefits including medical and dental coverage, and opportunities for career advancement.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years as an ophthalmic technician.
• Experience in multi-specialty clinic preferred.
• Must be willing to travel to other offices.

Responsibilities

• Make introductions and establish rapport with patients.
• Perform pre-exam testing to include visual acuity assessment.
• Assist with fitting contact lenses and instruct patients.
• Educate patients regarding medications and instructions.

Skills

Excellent interpersonal skills

Basic computer literacy

Ability to communicate clearly

Energetic with a positive attitude

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Certified Ophthalmic Technician (COT)

Job description

Overview

Join Our Team at Florida Vision Institute!

Are you an energetic, patient-focused Ophthalmic Technician looking for a career where your skills are valued? Florida Vision Institute, a multi-specialty ophthalmology practice in Stuart, Florida, is seeking a dedicated team player to join our welcoming and collaborative environment.

We offer great work hours with no major holidays, and a robust benefits package. Our team-oriented culture ensures you are seen, heard, and respected every day.

If you are a Certified Ophthalmic Assistant or Technician who thrives on patient care, precision, and teamwork, we want to hear from you!

This is your opportunity to join one of the areas most recognized leaders in ophthalmology and optometry. Florida Vision Institute is a multi-subspecialty eye care practice composed of fellowship-trained board-certified ophthalmologists in every subspecialty of ophthalmology. Our goal is to provide each patient with the latest in comprehensive eye care in an efficient, patient-friendly private practice environment.

We are committed to customer service, and making every interaction extraordinary while inspiring the complete confidence of our patients. Our employees contribute directly to the growth and success of our practices, and take pride in being a member of our team. We strongly believe that the manner in which our patients and customers are treated by our employees is as important as the services provided by the doctor.

All of us at Florida Vision Institute are committed to inclusion and diversity. We believe today more than ever; it isn’t speaking the words, but starts with a culture of service, caring and listening and we would thoroughly enjoy meeting with you and discussing our employment opportunities.

The Ophthalmic Technician II must have a minimum of five + years as an ophthalmic technician and have achieved their Certified Ophthalmic Technician (COT) certification. This role will perform all duties and functions of an Ophthalmic Technician I. Effective execution of this role will require the ability to multitask and respond to the needs of the patients, doctors, and other staff efficiently and calmly. The Ophthalmic Technician II may also be required to support training efforts of other clinical staff as needed.

Responsibilities

• Make introductions and establish rapport with patients
• Initiate patient evaluation, documenting the chief complaint, history of present illness, review of systems, and all pertinent ocular findings accurately and in accordance with compliance guidelines.
• Perform pre-exam testing to include visual acuity assessment, including pinhole and glare testing, confrontational visual field testing, assess extra ocular muscles, pupillary evaluation, tonometry, assess angles, pupillary dilation, and all other patient services as requested by the physician including specialty tests such as color vision screening, stereopsis, and dry eye testing
• Perform lensometry and specialized testing such as visual fields, keratometry, A/B scans, and ophthalmic photography optical coherence tomography (OCT), and optical biometry
• Additional testing as requested by doctor
• Perform retinoscopy and refractometry. Assist with minor surgical procedures or laser treatments in the office
• Assist with fitting contact lenses and instruct patients in care and insertion of lenses
• Complete requests for prescription refills as authorized by physician, with full documentation in patient chart
• Educate patients regarding administration of medications and pre- and post-operative instructions as directed by physicians
• Check temperature of medical refrigerator daily
• Maintain and conduct inventory of medications and supplies
• Assist with maintenance of clinical examination equipment
• Clean surgical instruments in preparation for sterile processing
• Inspect instruments periodically for damage, send for repair, and request a replacement, as necessary
• Open and close exam lanes daily, ensuring that equipment is wiped down in an appropriate manner and as per office procedures, battery powered instruments are seated properly in re-charging wells, slit lamps and projectors are switched off under covers
• Follow all safety procedures as per guidelines
• Prioritize building and maintaining a positive relationship with doctors and clinical colleagues
• Executes duties of position in a professional and courteous manner
• Handles sensitive information in a confidential manner
• Perform other tasks and duties as assigned

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to communicate clearly and effectively with patients, staff, managers, and doctors
• Basic computer literacy required
• Highly energetic with a positive attitude
• Must be willing to travel to other offices occasionally to meet the demands of business
• Must be able to walk and stand for eight hours
• Must be able to type or write legibly in a dimly lit setting
• Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) preferred
• Certified Ophthalmic Scribe (OSC) preferred
• Certified Ophthalmic Technician (COT) preferred
• One to two years’ experience in multi-specialty clinic preferred

In Turn We Will Provide:

• Benefits to full-time team members that include comprehensive medical, dental and optical coverage, 401K and short- and long-term disability
• Company paid life insurance
• Paid holidays and generous paid time off
• Paid parking where applicable
• Team oriented working environment where you are heard and respected
• Clear career ladder opportunities