Ophthalmic Technician: Patient Care & Diagnostics

Alexandria Eye and Laser Center, LLC; Alexandria (LA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Alexandria Eye and Laser Center, LLC is seeking an Ophthalmic Technician to support patient flow and doctor satisfaction. You will collect data, explain tests to patients, obtain histories, and assist in tests such as visual fields, pachymetry, auto-refraction, and refractions while maintaining patient confidence during evaluations.

Responsibilities include triaging patients, coordinating testing with physicians, and ensuring a smooth, accurate data collection process.

Qualifications

• Clear communication with patients and staff.
• Ability to obtain patient history including chief complaint and relevant ocular/general history.
• Accurate documentation and data collection for tests and procedures.
• Ability to multitask and manage patient flow in a fast-paced clinic.

Responsibilities

• Acquaints new patients with office procedures and explains the tests.
• Obtains patient history including ocular and general health.
• Performs or facilitates tests and measurements as directed (fields, pachymetry, refraction, etc.).
• Maintains smooth patient flow and coordinates testing and physician scheduling.

Skills

Communication

Patient Care

Documentation

Data Collection

Multitasking

Job description

Alexandria Eye and Laser Center, LLC is seeking an Ophthalmic Technician to support patient flow and doctor satisfaction. You will collect data, explain tests to patients, obtain histories, and assist in tests such as visual fields, pachymetry, auto-refraction, and refractions while maintaining patient confidence during evaluations.

Responsibilities include triaging patients, coordinating testing with physicians, and ensuring a smooth, accurate data collection process.