Pediatric Ophthalmic Technician -Marietta, GA

Eye Consultants of Atlanta PC; Marietta (GA); Sur place; USD 38 000 - 52 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Eye Consultants of Atlanta PC in Georgia is seeking an Ophthalmic Technician to support ophthalmologists in diagnostic testing and surgical prep. The role involves handling equipment, patient measurements, and explaining procedures to patients.

Candidates should have strong communication, attention to detail, and the ability to work well in a team. This non-exempt, full-time position offers the chance to contribute to high-quality eye care in a clinical setting.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills are required.
• Problem-solver with analytical ability.
• Empathetic and patient-focused.
• Well-organized with keen attention to detail.
• Able to work effectively as part of a team.
• Capable of performing comprehensive workups.

Responsabilités

• Facilitate patient care.
• Preliminary patient work-up.
• Refractions.
• Tonometry.
• A-Scans/IOL Master/Immersions.

Connaissances

Communication

Problem-solving

Empathy

Organization

Team player

Patient throughput

Computer skills

Description du poste

Job Description

• Job: Ophthalmic Technician
• EEOC: Technician
• Status: Non-Exempt
• Department: Clinical

Position Overview

Ophthalmology technologists work with ophthalmologists, medical doctors who specialize in the diagnoses and treatment of eye diseases and disorders. Ophthalmology technologists work in a number of capacities, including assisting during eye surgery and setting up and performing maintenance on equipment. In addition, ophthalmology technologists often perform diagnostic testing, including measuring a patient's vision. Technologists in this career field must be familiar with ophthalmic pharmacology and understand the use of corrective lenses.

Responsibilities

The duties of a ophthalmology technologist include collecting information requested by the ophthalmologist, such as medical histories and eye measurements. Ophthalmology technologists may test a patient's eye pressure, pupil reactions, scope of vision, color vision and muscle movement. The ophthalmology technologist is also responsible for taking and explaining procedures, treatments and diagnoses to patients. During surgery, the ophthalmology tech may assist the ophthalmologist by preparing the surgical room and equipment and observing the patient. Additional duties include interacting with patients, maintaining sensitive ophthalmic equipment and keeping exam rooms clean and in order.

• Facilitate patient care
• Preliminary work-up.
• Refractions,
• Tonometry,
• A-Scans/IOL Master/Immersions.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Problem-solver with analytical skills.
• Personable; empathetic with patient's needs and concerns.
• Well-organized with attention to detail.
• Ability to work as a team member.
• Demonstrated ability to perform comprehensive work ups on 3.5 patients per hour.
• Demonstrated computer literacy.

As part of the hiring process, Eye Consultants of Atlanta may conduct background checks and drug testing to ensure a safe and secure workplace. Offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of these screenings. By submitting your application, you acknowledge and consent to these procedures in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.

Eye Consultants of Atlanta complies with all state and federal regulations related to background checks and drug testing and maintains strict confidentiality of all results.