Technician I, Ophthalmology

Kaiser Permanente; Sharpsburg (GA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaiser Permanente in Georgia is seeking a Certified Ophthalmology Technician I who will perform ophthalmic tests and assist the ophthalmologist in examinations and treatments. This role includes preparing equipment, rooms, and instruments for surgery and follow-up care, and recording test results for analysis.

The position requires a minimum of three years of experience as an ophthalmic technician, a high school diploma or GED, and Basic Life Support certification.

Qualifications

• Minimum three (3) years of experience as an Ophthalmic Technician.
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Basic Life Support required at hire.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct and indirect patient care during physician office visits.
• Assist ophthalmologist in examinations and treatments, including diagnostic procedures.
• Prepare equipment and instruments for surgery and follow-up care.
• Assist in ophthalmic surgeries and record results for analysis.

Skills

Ophthalmic tests

Patient care

Surgical assistance

Clinical documentation

Pre/postoperative care

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Goldman Visual Fields

Manual Refractometry

Corneal Topography

Manual Keratometry

Ocular Photography

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,Sharpsburg,Fischer Crossings Medical Center

Scheduled Weekly Hours

1

Shift

Day

Workdays

Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat

Working Hours Start

08:00 AM

Working Hours End

05:00 PM

Job Schedule

Call-in/On-Call

Job Type

Standard

Worker Location

Onsite

Employee Status

Regular

Employee Group/Union Affiliation

GTC|UFCW|Local 1996

Job Level

Individual Contributor

Department

Peachtree Fischer Crssng - 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, 25 % 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.