Ophthalmic Tech I

The Ophthalmic Technician I provides high-quality patient care and assists with diagnostic testing and procedures. Excellent customer service, strong interpersonal and communication skills, and the ability to make independent decisions are required. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, adaptable, and committed to maintaining patient confidentiality.

Requirements

• Obtain and document comprehensive patient history, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
• Follow office workup protocols to support efficient patient flow and physician needs.
• Determine visual acuity and perform automated refraction.
• Administer eye drops, ointments, and irrigating solutions as the physician prescribes.
• Measure intraocular pressure (tonometry) accurately and safely.
• Prepare patients for pre-operative procedures as directed.
• Maintain and calibrate ophthalmic equipment and instruments to ensure proper functionality.
• Perform administrative and clinical tasks, including entering data into the electronic medical records (EMR) system and providing direct patient services.
• Recognize patient symptoms or test results inconsistencies and report findings to the appropriate medical personnel.
• Maintain strict patient confidentiality in compliance with HIPAA and company policies.
• Demonstrate initiative by seeking instruction in areas of uncertainty and staying informed about evolving ophthalmic practices.
• Travel to various office locations as required; dependable transportation is necessary.

Benefits

• Generous PTO allowance
• Holiday Pay
• Health, Dental & Vision
• Life Insurance
• Short-term disability
• Long-term disability
• 401k with discretionary match
• Uniform Allowance (clinic only)
• Professional Development