Tech I, Ophthalmology

Kaiser Permanente; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 56,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaiser Permanente is seeking a Certified Ophthalmology Technician I in Georgia to support ophthalmology services under supervision. You will perform ophthalmic tests, assist with exams, and help prepare rooms and equipment for procedures.

The role includes recording results, assisting in refractive/diagnostic procedures, and providing pre- and post-operative care. Daily duties include contact lens work and medication management at Cumberland Medical Offices.

Qualifications

• Minimum three (3) years of experience as an Ophthalmic Technician.
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) required at hire.
• CAAHEP-accredited OT program preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct and indirect patient care during physician visits.
• Assist ophthalmologist with exams, procedures, and test results.
• Perform and record tests including refractive/diagnostic procedures and ocular measurements.
• Prepare procedure rooms, equipment, and post-operative instructions.
• Assist with contact lens cleaning, fitting, and patient guidance.
• Order and maintain ophthalmologic medications and supplies.

Skills

Ophthalmic testing

Vision screening

Patient care

Clinical assistance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Goldman Visual Fields

Manual Refractometry

Corneal Topography

Ocular Photography

Retinoscopy

B-scan

A-scan

Fluorescein Angiography

Job description

Job Summary

The Certified Ophthalmology Technician I works under the supervision of the Clinical Supervisor, assumes the responsibility and accountability of performing Ophthalmic tests on patients as requested by Ophthalmologist.

• Provides direct and indirect patient care associated with physician office visit.
• Assist provider in the examination and treatment of ophthalmology patients. This assistance includes but is not limited to the following: Examine records and forms and prepares patients for current exam and treatments. Prepare appropriate equipment and instruments for surgery and follow-up care. Assists Ophthalmologist by performing technical tests and records results for procedures for the ophthalmologists analysis and interpretation. Assist in refractive/diagnostic procedures to include manual manifest refractions, auto-refractometry, corneal topography, pachymetry, keratometry, ocular photography, B-scan, A-scan, Retinoscopy, and pupillary reflex and ocular motility testing.
• Conducts vision screening tests to include, but not limited to, the following: Visual acuity, color vision, tonometry, visual fields, pupil exams, and other technical tests required by the ophthalmologist. Record data above tests and determines need for further evaluation. Prepare procedure room. Assist ophthalmologist with clinical procedures and performs as special assistant, using procedures pertaining to all types ophthalmologic surgeries. Prepare patients for and performs general preparation of pre-operative patients. Provide post-operative instructions as directed by the physician.
• Assist provider in contact lens cleaning, dispensing, insertion/removal, and patient instruction. Prepare and fit patients with special optometric devices as instructed by the provider. Instruct patients in correct care, hygiene post procedurally. Order and maintain ophthalmologic medications and supplies. Complete daily, weekly, and monthly. Medication administration with appropriate competency.
• Quality Initiatives for the department.
• Other duties as assigned.

Job Summary

The Certified Ophthalmology Technician I works under the supervision of the Clinical Supervisor, assumes the responsibility and accountability of performing Ophthalmic tests on patients as requested by Ophthalmologist.

Essential Responsibilities

• Provides direct and indirect patient care associated with physician office visit.
• Assist provider in the examination and treatment of ophthalmology patients. This assistance includes but is not limited to the following: Examine records and forms and prepares patients for current exam and treatments. Prepare appropriate equipment and instruments for surgery and follow-up care. Assists Ophthalmologist by performing technical tests and records results for procedures for the ophthalmologists analysis and interpretation. Assist in refractive/diagnostic procedures to include manual manifest refractions, auto-refractometry, corneal topography, pachymetry, keratometry, ocular photography, B-scan, A-scan, Retinoscopy, and pupillary reflex and ocular motility testing.
• Conducts vision screening tests to include, but not limited to, the following: Visual acuity, color vision, tonometry, visual fields, pupil exams, and other technical tests required by the ophthalmologist. Record data above tests and determines need for further evaluation. Prepare procedure room. Assist ophthalmologist with clinical procedures and performs as special assistant, using procedures pertaining to all types ophthalmologic surgeries. Prepare patients for and performs general preparation of pre-operative patients. Provide post-operative instructions as directed by the physician.
• Assist provider in contact lens cleaning, dispensing, insertion/removal, and patient instruction. Prepare and fit patients with special optometric devices as instructed by the provider. Instruct patients in correct care, hygiene post procedurally. Order and maintain ophthalmologic medications and supplies. Complete daily, weekly, and monthly. Medication administration with appropriate competency.
• Quality Initiatives for the department.
• Other duties as assigned.

Experience

Basic Qualifications

• Minimum three (3) years of experience as an Ophthalmic Technician.

Education

• High School Diploma or General Education Development (GED) required.

License, Certification, Registration

• Basic Life Support required at hire

Additional Requirements

• Fully proficient in Goldman Visual Fields, Manual Refractometry, Corneal Topography, Manual Keratometry, Ocular Photography, Retinoscopy, B-scan, A- scan and Fluorescein Angiography.

Preferred Qualifications

• CAAHEP-accredited OT program.

Primary Location: Georgia,Atlanta,Cumberland Medical Offices

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40

Shift: Day

Workdays: Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri

Working Hours Start: 08:00 AM

Working Hours End: 05:00 PM

Job Schedule: Full-time

Job Type: Standard

Worker Location: Onsite

Employee Status: Regular

Employee Group/Union Affiliation: GTC|UFCW|Local 1996

Job Level: Individual Contributor

Department: Cumberland Medical Offices - Ophthalmology - 2808

Pay Range: $26.95 - $34.8 / hour

Kaiser Permanente strives to offer a market competitive total rewards package and is committed to pay equity and transparency. The posted pay range is based on possible base salaries for the role and does not reflect the full value of our total rewards package. Actual base pay determined at offer will be based on labor market data, internal alignment, and a candidate's years of relevant work experience, education, certifications, skills, and geographic location.

Travel: Yes, 20 % of the Time

Work Setting: Onsite

Worker location must align with Kaiser Permanente's Authorized States policy.

Kaiser Permanente is an equal opportunity employer committed to fair, respectful, and inclusive workplaces. Applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic or status.