Ophthalmic Technician

JOB SUMMARY: We are an ophthalmology practice located in the Upper East Side seeking a certified, team-oriented ophthalmic technician, who is self-motivated and dedicated to providing quality care to patients. Requirements:

• Certified ophthalmic medical assistant (COA) preferred.
• Ability to perform refractions
• Two to five years of experience necessary.
• Must be vaccinated for Covid-19.

ESSENTIAL SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Demonstrated, advanced comprehension of ophthalmic assistant skills.
• Experience with an electronic health record (EHR)
• Basic understanding of optics and the ability to perform refractometry.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Empathetic personality with concern for patients’ needs.
• Strong organization with attention to detail.
• Ability to work as a team member.
• Demonstrated ability to perform comprehensive workups on three patients per hour.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Acquaints all new patients with office procedures to which they will be exposed.
• Informs patients of the purpose of all tests personally performed, and how the patient will be affected during the tests.
• Obtains patient history to include chief complaint, history of present illness, past history (ocular and general), family history (ocular and general), and history of allergies and medications.
• Performs accurate and consistent documentation and measurement of the following:
  • Visual acuity
  • Confrontational visual fields
  • Stereo testing
  • Evaluation of motility
  • Pupillary function tests
  • Color plates
  • Applanation tonometry
  • Refractometry
  • Angle assessment
  • Dilation of pupils
  • Contact lens evaluations
  • Visual field testing
  • Optic nerve and macular OCTs
  • Corneal pachymetry
  • Corneal topography
• Assists physician with minor surgery, maintaining practice standards of sterile technique and infection control.
• Maintains a smooth flow of patients to the physician.
• Provides telephone support regarding ocular emergencies, prescription refills, and patient care questions.
• Communicates with reception to facilitate proper patient flow.
• Compliance with all practice procedures and protocols
• Seeks advice from more senior staff as necessary, never performing beyond capabilities.
• Follow and maintain all COVID protocols and procedures.
• Maintains cleanliness in exam rooms.
• Maintains backup levels of stock in exam rooms.
• Maintain operating integrity of office equipment, troubleshooting and performing preventive maintenance as necessary
• Performs other duties as required.