SVS Vision - OD Assistant - Madison Heights, MI

SVS Vision; Madison Heights (MI); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Great benefits package

401(k) plans

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Training development

Growth potential

Energetic environment

Job summary

SVS Vision in Michigan is seeking an Ophthalmic Technician to provide clinical support for the Doctor of Optometry, increasing patient satisfaction and exam efficiency. This position reports to the Professional Services Department.

You will work with a team in a fast-paced optical setting, performing refraction, tonometry, OCT, visual acuity testing, and related procedures while maintaining patient care standards and professional communication.

Qualifications

• Substantial proficiency in computer applications.
• Basic understanding of health care protocol.
• Professional communication skills.
• Strong attention to details.
• Responds professionally in situations with difficult issues or inquiries.
• Adaptable to changes.
• Teamwork oriented.

Responsibilities

• Assists in improving exam efficiency and elevating patient experience.
• Communicates with the retail office management and staff.
• Prepares the clinic day with strong organizational skills.
• Refraction.
• Case history review including current medical conditions.
• Non-Contact tonometry.
• Auto-refractor.
• Visual acuity testing.
• Blood pressure measurement.
• Lensometer.
• Visual field testing.
• Fundus photography.
• OCT testing.
• Eye drop instillation.
• Additional clinical procedures requested by the supervising OD that falls within the scope of knowledge of the Ophthalmic Technician.
• Hands off patient care to the OD.

Skills

Computer proficiency

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Adaptable to changes

Teamwork oriented

Professionalism

Tools

Non-Contact tonometry

Auto-refractor

Lensometer

OCT testing

Job description

Since 1974, SVS Vision has helped our customers lead better lives through better vision. As a Michigan-based company with over 80+ offices in 9 states, we have grown to be one of the largest optical companies in the Midwest with the help of our devoted employees. We are a family-oriented company that takes pride in recognizing and rewarding our employees for their hard work and dedication. We trust our company philosophy makes for an exciting and fun work environment where our employees can thrive while providing the best customer service possible. Our pledge to our employees has never wavered, as seen in our remarkably longevity with the opportunities for growth within the company, above market salaries, and exceptional benefits.

The Ophthalmic Technician provides clinical support for the Doctor of Optometry (OD) to increase patient satisfaction and elevate exam efficiency. This position reports to the Professional Services Department.

Our team members enjoy the following:

• Team-oriented staff
• Competitive salary/Great benefits package
• 401(k) plans
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Training development
• Growth potential
• Energetic environment

Minimum Requirements:

• Substantial proficiency in computer applications
• Basic understanding of health care protocol
• Professional communication skills
• Strong attention to details
• Responds professionally in situations with difficult issues or inquiries
• Adaptable to changes
• Teamwork oriented

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assists in improving exam efficiency and elevating patient experience
• Communicates with the retail office management and staff
• Prepares the clinic day/strong organizational skills
• Refraction
• Case history review including current medical conditions
• Non-Contact tonometry
• Auto-refractor
• Visual acuity testing
• Blood pressure measurement
• Lensometer
• Visual field testing
• Fundus photography
• OCT testing
• Eye drop instillation
• Additional clinical procedures requested by the supervising OD that falls within the scope of knowledge of the Ophthalmic Technician
• Hands off patient care to the OD