Optometric Ophthalmic Technician - Kenosha and Caledonia Clinics

Advocate Health; Kenosha (WI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Advocate Health is seeking an experienced ophthalmic technician to assist ophthalmologists, prepare exam rooms, and perform basic diagnostic tests. You will document patient history, assist with glasses/contact lens dispensing, and help schedule postoperative and specialist visits.

Strong communication and attention to detail are essential. The role requires ability to work with diverse patients, maintain equipment, and follow department policies.

Qualifications

• High school graduate required.
• Experience as an optometric ophthalmic technician preferred.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 6 months if required by department.

Responsibilities

• Organizes and prepares exam rooms and work areas including cleaning, stocking, ordering supplies, checking equipment.
• Prepares patient for exam and assists physician; records ocular/medical history and chief complaint.
• Performs basic diagnostic tests and visual screenings (e.g., visual acuity, tonometry, keratometer).
• Assists patients with ordering and dispensing glasses and contacts.
• Maintains and calibrates equipment; sterilizes instruments.
• Schedules patients for postoperative, surgery, and specialist appointments.
• Assists ophthalmologist with basic or routine procedures and postoperative care.
• Demonstrates knowledge of age-specific patient care and growth/development concepts.

Skills

Excellent communication

Attention to detail

Microsoft Office

EMR systems

Education

High School Graduate

Tools

EMR systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Major Responsibilities:

• Organizes and prepares exam rooms and work areas including: cleaning, stocking, ordering supplies, checking equipment, and putting away equipment. Organizes and prepares exam rooms, including: ordering supplies, stocking and cleaning equipment.


• Prepares patient for exam and assists physician. Obtains and records ocular and medical history, medications, and chief complaint. Documents and communicates accurate and timely information regarding the patient's condition.


• Performs basic diagnostic tests and visual screenings, such as: visual field/acuity, tonometry / glaucoma pressures / applanations, topography, color vision testing, lensometry, blood pressure, pupil testing, scribing and measurement of the cornea using a keratometer.


• Assists patients with ordering and dispensing glasses and contact lenses.


• Maintains and calibrates equipment.


• Sterilizes instruments using appropriate technique and procedures.


• Assists with scheduling patients for post-operative, surgery and specialist appointment.


• May assist the ophthalmologist with basic or routine surgical procedures and post-operative care or treatment.


• Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served. Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age-specific needs, and to provide the care needed as described in the department's policies and procedures. Age-specific information is developed further in the departmental job standards.

Licensure, Registration, and/or Certification Required:

• Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providerscertification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) needs to be obtained within 6 months unless department leader has determined it is not required.

Education Required:

• High School Graduate.

Experience Required:

• Experienced Optometric Ophthalmic Technician

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required:

• Excellent communication skills (oral and written).


• Demonstrates a strong attention to detail and accuracy.


• Proficient in the use of Microsoft office products, electronic mail and electronic medical records systems.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• Must be able to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, twist, and reach above shoulders frequently throughout the workday.


• Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs. without assistance.


• Must have functional speech, vision, hearing, and touch.


• Will be exposed to the following hazards on a frequent basis: mechanical, radiation, electrical, and chemical as well as blood and body fluids; therefore, must wear protective clothing or equipment as necessary.


• Operates all equipment necessary to perform the job.

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.