Ophthalmic Technician: Precision Patient Data & Exams

Center for Sight Las Vegas; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Center for Sight Las Vegas is seeking an Ophthalmic Assistant to perform extensive data collection to support physician diagnosis. The role requires obtaining patient history and documenting measurements, testing results, and encounters.

Responsibilities include following patient flow protocols, escorting patients, keeping exam lanes stocked and clean, and maintaining confidentiality. Strong computer skills (Excel/Word/Outlook) and interpersonal abilities are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; some college preferred.
• Two years of experience as an Ophthalmic Assistant.
• Certification as Ophthalmic Assistant/Technician preferred.
• Bilingual preferred, not required.
• Must maintain confidentiality of patient information.
• Strong computer skills with Excel, Word, and Outlook; able to learn new software.

Responsibilities

• Interacts with all patients with professionalism and respect.
• Obtains patient history including chief complaint, history of present illness, past history, family history, allergies and medications.
• Accurately documents measurements, testing results and patient encounters.
• Documentation to include manual and/or Auto Lensometry-Stereopsis, Pupillary Function-Angle Assessment, Confrontational Visual Fields-Dilation.
• Follows protocol to determine the next patient in the waiting room; deviations preapproved.
• Escorts patients to and from waiting areas by surname and informs them of wait times.
• Assists after appointment by guiding patients to checkout or optical dispensary; maintains exam lane stocks and cleanliness.
• Seeks guidance and does not perform beyond clinical capabilities.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Confidentiality

Customer service

Excel

Word

Outlook

Education

High school diploma or GED

Ophthalmic Assistant/Technician certification preferred

Tools

Excel

Word

Outlook

Job description

Center for Sight Las Vegas is seeking an Ophthalmic Assistant to perform extensive data collection to support physician diagnosis. The role requires obtaining patient history and documenting measurements, testing results, and encounters.

Responsibilities include following patient flow protocols, escorting patients, keeping exam lanes stocked and clean, and maintaining confidentiality. Strong computer skills (Excel/Word/Outlook) and interpersonal abilities are essential.