Ophthalmic Technician - Westport

NERA - ReFocus Eye Health; Westport (CT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

NERA - ReFocus Eye Health in Westport, CT is seeking an Ophthalmic Technician to join our growing ophthalmology team. You will work closely with our physicians to gather patient information and perform preliminary testing.

This role involves travel to local practices, admin and clinical duties, and certification requirements for eye drop administration. Excellent teamwork and attention to detail are essential.

Qualifications

• Passion for patient care and commitment to excellence.
• Exceptional attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Proven experience as an Ophthalmic Technician.
• Knowledge of medical office procedures.
• Administrative tasks and other duties contributing to efficient practice.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Gather comprehensive patient information with ophthalmologists to support accurate diagnoses and personalized care.
• Conduct preliminary examinations such as visual acuity and pupillary responses.
• Administer a range of diagnostic tests including OCT, perimetry, and ophthalmic photography.
• Assist in minor surgeries, laser procedures, and crosslinking as needed.
• Manage patient flow in clinic and imaging rooms in collaboration with staff.
• Administer eye drops (Certification Required).
• Contribute to clinic efficiency through clinical and administrative tasks.

Skills

Patient care

Attention to detail

Communication

Teamwork

Ophthalmic Tech

Medical office procedures

Administrative tasks

Customer service

Reliability

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Ophthalmic testing equipment

Job description

Join Our Growing Ophthalmology Team as an Ophthalmic Technician!

Our established multi-specialty Ophthalmology group is seeking a skilled professional to join our friendly and dedicated team. If you're passionate about providing exceptional patient care and eager to grow in a supportive environment, we want to hear from you!

Westport location - Travel to local practices required

Your Impact:

• Elevate patient care: Work closely with our ophthalmologists to gather comprehensive patient information, ensuring accurate diagnoses and personalized treatment plans.
• Master ophthalmic testing: Conduct thorough preliminary examinations, including visual acuity, pupillary responses, and more.
• Perform advanced diagnostics: Administer a range of diagnostic tests, such as OCT, perimetry, and ophthalmic photography.
• Assist in surgical procedures: Support ophthalmologists during minor surgeries, laser procedures, and crosslinking.
• Streamline patient flow: Efficiently manage patient flow in clinic and imaging rooms, collaborating with clinical staff.
• Administer eye drops: (Certification Required)
• Contribute to clinic efficiency: Perform clinical and administrative tasks, ensuring a smooth and organized workflow.

What You'll Bring/Requirements:

• A passion for patient care and a commitment to excellence.
• Exceptional attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Proven experience as an Ophthalmic Technician.
• Knowledge of medical office procedures.
• Ability to perform indirect activities, administrative tasks and any other assigned duties that contribute to the efficient & high-quality performance of the medical practice.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.

Bonus Points:

• Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) Certification.

Key Skills:

• Reliability and a strong work ethic.
• Ability to work collaboratively with a diverse team.
• Proficiency in data entry and typing.
• Outstanding customer service skills.

Hours and location:

Up tp 40 hours per week and Westport location

We Care:

We prioritize patients, colleagues, and families with compassionate, leading care and treat all with dignity and respect.

We Collaborate:

We work together with patients, seeking diverse input to share and grow innovative ideas.

We Elevate:

Committed to excellence, we exceed expectations by delivering leading eye care research, innovation, education, and outreach.