Ophthalmic Technician | Vision Care & Refractions Pro

Florida-Eye-Specialists-; Brandon (FL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Florida Eye Specialist and Cataract Institute, part of the Sight 360 family, seeks an ophthalmic professional to join the region's premier eye care team. You will collect patient histories, perform refractions and tonometry, and assist with corneal/topography imaging and in-office procedures.

Ideal candidates have at least one year in ophthalmology, JCAHPO certification, and an associates degree or higher. Strong communication and multitasking skills are essential in our high-volume clinics.

Qualifications

• Must have at least 1 year of ophthalmology experience.
• Certification through JCAHPO preferred.
• Associates degree preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills required.

Responsibilities

• Collect and record patient medical history.
• Instruct patients on post-operative care, medications, and contact lens care.
• Perform visual acuity testing and manifest refractions.
• Perform Goldmann tonometry and pupil/response measurements (PERRLA).
• Assist with corneal topography, retinal imaging, and in-office procedures.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Manifest refraction

Goldmann tonometry

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Education

Ophthalmology experience (1 year)

JCAHPO certification

Associates degree preferred

General certification

Job description

Florida Eye Specialist and Cataract Institute, part of the Sight 360 family, seeks an ophthalmic professional to join the region's premier eye care team. You will collect patient histories, perform refractions and tonometry, and assist with corneal/topography imaging and in-office procedures.

Ideal candidates have at least one year in ophthalmology, JCAHPO certification, and an associates degree or higher. Strong communication and multitasking skills are essential in our high-volume clinics.