Ophthalmic Technician

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discounts
• Health insurance

Experienced Ophthalmic Technician
We are looking for an experienced Ophthalmic Technician / Optometric Technician to join our growing team. We run an efficient and friendly office providing comprehensive eye care. Our patients expect fast, friendly service with great attention to detail.
Benefits (full time):

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• SIMPLE Retirement Savings (Dollar for dollar match up to 3%)
• Bi-Weekly pay 10 Annual Paid Holidays
• Long term disability
• Personal/Sick time
• Paid Lunch

Responsibilities/Duties:

• Ability to operate ophthalmic diagnostic equipment including Pentacam, Corneal Topographer, OCT, Lenstar Biometry, Optos Fundus Photography, Visual Fields etc.
• Ability to perform Manual Refraction, autorefraction, and lensometry
• Ability or interest in learning to operate and maintain Excimer Laser, Femtosecond Laser, and Microkeratome
• Applies drops to anesthetize, dilate, or medicate eyes
• Prepares patients for treatment and assists ophthalmologists in LASIK surgery
• Counsels patients by providing information regarding treatment, use of drops and drugs
• Provides an Outstanding Patient experience!
• Is an ambassador for laser vision correction and cataract surgery
• Uses empathy and understanding to ensure the comfort of all patients
• Perform routine instrument maintenance
• Utilize Electronic Medical Records System (NexTech)
• Assist Doctors with inputting information into EMR system accurately
• Ensures confidentiality by completing and safeguarding medical records
• Maintain inventories and order supplies.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• 1 year experience as an ophthalmic technician, optometric technician, optometric assistant or ophthalmic assistant
• Ability to operate ophthalmic diagnostic equipment