Ophthalmic Technician II – Diagnostics & Surgical Support

Kaiser Permanente; Duluth, Northern (GA, KY); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaiser Permanente in Duluth, GA seeks a Certified Ophthalmology Technician II to perform ophthalmic tests and assist ophthalmologists during visits and procedures.

The role requires a COA with at least five years of experience, BLS certification, and proficiency in a wide range of ophthalmic testing and imaging techniques. Duties include administering vaccines and maintaining equipment and supplies.

Qualifications

• Minimum five (5) years of experience as a Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA).
• High School Diploma or General Education Development (GED) required.
• Certified Ophthalmic Assistant required at hire; Basic Life Support required at hire.
• Fully proficient in Goldman Visual Fields, Manual Refractometry, Corneal Topography, Manual Keratometry, Ocular Photography, Retinoscopy, B-scan, A- scan and Fluorescein Angiography.
• Must have maintained successful Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) certification for minimum of 5 years.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct and indirect patient care during physician office visits.
• Assist Ophthalmologist with examinations and treatments; prepare equipment for surgery and follow-up care.
• Perform diagnostic tests and record results for physician analysis (e.g., refractometry, topography, pachymetry, A- and B-scan).
• Administer Covid and Flu vaccines and assist in ophthalmology procedures.
• Develop post-operative instructions and ensure proper patient preparation.
• Assist in contact lens care, dispensing, and fitting special devices as instructed.

Skills

Ophthalmic testing

Vision screening

Patient care

Instruments handling

Vaccinations administration

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Goldman Visual Fields

Manual Refractometry

Corneal Topography

Keratometry

Ocular Photography

B-scan

A-scan

Retinoscopy

Fluorescein Angiography

Job description

Kaiser Permanente in Duluth, GA seeks a Certified Ophthalmology Technician II to perform ophthalmic tests and assist ophthalmologists during visits and procedures.

The role requires a COA with at least five years of experience, BLS certification, and proficiency in a wide range of ophthalmic testing and imaging techniques. Duties include administering vaccines and maintaining equipment and supplies.