Ophthalmic Technician

Part-time (24 hours/week)

Current days are Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, but are subject to change based on needs of the department. 

Primary Function:

• Under the direct supervision of the Ophthalmologist/Optometrist, the Ophthalmic Technician provides a variety of preliminary ocular assessment activities, including but not limited to, obtaining a complete and accurate medical history, visual acuity and stereo testing, lensometry, motility, applanation tonometry, pupil dilation, potential acuity meter testing and, and manifest refraction/autorefractometry. Increasingly complex patient procedures may also be assigned as determined by level of proficiency and experience.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Provides assistance to the physician with examination procedures and other patient care activities as requested.
2. Oversees the efficient flow of patients through the eye clinic, assuring that resources are sufficient for scheduled patients and that they are directed appropriately.
3. When appropriate, performs lensometry, including reading lenses with multifocal and progressive adds, power of sphere, axis of cylinder power and orientation of prism.
4. Performs intraocular pressure assessments through the use of applanation tonometry and also utilizing the tonopen.
5. Instills dilating drops (and other ophthalmic drops) per physician's instructions.
6. Interacts and communicates in a professional manner with fellow employees, medical staff and other health team professionals.
7. Ensures that exam rooms are stocked with appropriate instruments, as well as patient handouts, & any other equipment/materials, as required by physicians.
8. Formulates and maintains effective working relationships with peers, managers and other members of the health care team.
9. Receives constructive feedback in a positive self-develop-mental manner.
10. Functions as an effective team member.
11. Demonstrate adaptability, flexibility, and accountability when changes are made in job description and responsibility, including performing all qualified duties throughout other areas of the hospital.
12. Strives to maintain the confidentiality of all patients and their families/significant other(s).