Ophthalmology Technician

Cape Fox Corporation; San Onofre (CA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Tuition reimbursement

401K with company match

Job summary

Cape Fox Concentric Methods LLC is seeking an Ophthalmology Technician for full-time service at Camp Pendleton, CA. The role involves assisting the ophthalmology team, taking histories, and handling patient records and eye examinations.

The candidate must hold COA/COT/COMT certifications, have at least one year of experience, and be eligible to work in the United States. Laser certifications may be required within 120 days of start.

Qualifications

• Complete ophthalmology technician course required.
• Current COA/COT/COMT certifications required.
• US work authorization required; must meet regulatory eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Assist optometrist/ophthalmologist as certified (COA/COT/COMT).
• Take patient histories and maintain records.
• Assist in vision testing and using slit lamp for eye exams.
• Apply eye drops for anesthesia, dilation, or meds.

Skills

Attention to detail

Patient care

Education

COA Certification

COT Certification

COMT Certification

Job description

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Job Title

Ophthalmology Technician

Job Description

Cape Fox Concentric Methods LLC is accepting resumes for aOphthalmology Technicianto provide full time services to our deserving Navy Facility at Camp Pendleton California.

The total hourly pay for this non-exempt position is$33.49. This is comprised of a base hourly rate of 28.56 plus $4.93per hour Health & Welfare (H&W) for up to 40 hours per week as required by the Service Contract Labor Standards (SCLS) regulations.This rate represents the company’s good faith and reasonable estimate of possible compensation at the time of posting. In addition, for eligible positions we offer a variety of benefits including specified holidays, paid leave, health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life and disability insurance, tuition reimbursement, as well as 401K with company match. This job will be posted until filled or withdrawn.

Responsibilities:

• Provide a wide variety of duties to assist the optometrist/ophthalmologist as appropriate to the level of certification (i.e., COA, COT, or COMT).
• Obtain patient histories, perform prescription verification, and maintain patient records.
• Assist in testing patient vision. Test far and near acuity, peripheral vision, depth perception, and color perception.
• Examine the eye, using slit lamp, for abnormalities of cornea, and anterior and posterior chambers.
• Apply drops to anesthetize, dilate, or medicate eyes.
• Measure intraocular pressure of eyes (glaucoma test).
• Test field of vision, including central and peripheral vision, for defects, and chart test results on graph paper.
• Measure axial length of eye, using ultrasound equipment.
• Instruct patients concerning eye care and contact lens handling.

Fox Corporation, its subsidiaries, and affiliates provide equal employment opportunities to all persons and prohibit employment decisions on the basis of race, religion, color, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, or sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Cape Fox Corporation, its subsidiaries, and affiliates offer preference to Cape Fox Corporation Shareholders, descendants, and other Native Americans pursuant to Public Law 100-241.

Travel Requirements

0 - 10%

Job Requirements

• Certificate -Complete an ophthalmology technician or an optometric technician course.
• Possess and maintain current certification as a Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) or Certified Ophthalmology Technician (COT) or Certified Ophthalmic Medical Technologist (COMT) by the Joint Commission on Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology or a completed a formal ophthalmic training program of the United Stated Armed Forces.
• Certification in the operation of the VISUMAX, FS200 AND EX500 Laser. In the event the candidate does not possess the certification then certification must be obtained within 120 days of the start date.
• Manufacturer certification to program the INTRALASE femtosecond laser for the creation of laser made LASIK flaps and 1-year hands-on experience. In the event the candidate does not possess the certification, thencertification must be obtainedwithin 120 days of start date.
• One year of experience as an Ophthalmology Technician after graduation.
• Must have authorization to work in the United States as defined by the Immigration Reform Act of 1986.

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