Ophthalmic Technician — Vision Care Specialist

NVISION Eye Centers; Covina (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

NVISION Eye Centers in California seeks a General Ophthalmology Technician to perform patient workups, educate and follow up with potential patients, and assist doctors in exams and surgeries. The role includes diagnostic testing, preparing the laser room, and maintaining equipment and records.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years of ophthalmology tech experience, a high school diploma, and a commitment to exceptional patient care.

Qualifications

• 2+ years experience as Ophthalmology Technician.
• Desire to Provide an Exceptional Patient Experience.

Responsibilities

• Work up, educational and follow up of potential patients; obtain medical and surgical history; complete diagnostic testing.
• Assist the doctor in the exam lane and in surgical procedures; prepare laser room with supplies and sterilized equipment.
• Record all forms and pertinent information; maintain outcome data; manage patient data.
• Perform auto refractions, topographical mapping, wavefront analysis, lensometer, pachymeter and visual acuities.
• Evaluate pupil size and responses; use slit lamp, tonometer and instillation of eye drops.
• Understand equipment in the center, including LASIK suite; provide pre/post-operative care and instructions.
• Assist in surgery by preparing the laser room and maintaining sterile supplies.
• Stock medication and medical supplies; plan weekly tasks to ensure completion.
• Call to request pre/post-ops on surgery patients; order and maintain medical supplies.
• Keep up with regular and emergency maintenance on medical equipment; assist in other areas as needed.

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

NVISION Eye Centers in California seeks a General Ophthalmology Technician to perform patient workups, educate and follow up with potential patients, and assist doctors in exams and surgeries. The role includes diagnostic testing, preparing the laser room, and maintaining equipment and records.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years of ophthalmology tech experience, a high school diploma, and a commitment to exceptional patient care.