Ophthalmology Technician

Ophthalmology Technician

Requirements

• Must be able to perform Goldmann applanation tonometry accurately and efficiently to ensure proper patient flow.
• Knowledge of ocular diseases and systemic diseases affecting the eye.
• Knowledge of basic eye care and hygienic methods and practices involving the treatment of the eye.
• Knowledge of ophthalmic drugs.
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills including the ability to manage interactions with difficult people.
• Must be able to act calmly and effectively in a busy or stressful situation.
• Adherence to all policies and procedures, including but not limited to standards for safety, attendance, punctuality and personal appearance.
• Ability to multi-task efficiently and effectively.
• Ability to communicate effectively in person, by phone and in writing.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite products including Excel, Word, and Outlook, plus a variety of other word-processing, spreadsheet, database, e-mail and presentation software.
• Ability and willingness to travel locally, regionally and nationwide up to 10% of the time.
• Spoken and written fluency in English.
• High school diploma or equivalent education required.
• A minimum of 1 year of satisfactory, full-time work experience under ophthalmologic supervision, including training in all skills listed in professional criteria.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates scheduling of patient appointments.
• Interviews patients and documents ocular and medical histories.
• Performs a variety of routine tests using ophthalmic instruments that provide diagnostic information including, but not limited to: visual acuity, intraocular pressures by Goldmann applanation tonometry, basic motility, confrontation visual fields, cover test, pachymetry and lensometry.
• Assists the physician during diagnostic procedures, including instrumentation, sterile preparations and documentation.
• Administers topical medications or diagnostic drugs as required by the provider for testing or treatment.
• Prepares and positions patient for diagnostic tests and procedures.
• Assists the physician with patient education pertaining to the treatment prescribed.
• Maintains confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Prepares procedure and exam rooms; inventory equipment and supplies; replenishes supplies and equipment.
• Performs basic triage per specific office protocol procedures.
• Maintains professional appearance and personal conduct at all times.
• Adheres to employer work practices as described in TDC Occupational Exposure Plan policy.
• Works as a team member within the optometry department and all other departments.
• Effectively copes with typical job stress.
• Documents work processes as required.
• Performs other duties as assigned and modified at manager’s discretion.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) or Certified Ophthalmic Technician (COT) preferred.