Senior Ophthalmic Technician - 121663 (2023)

Posted: 3/14/2023

Job Reference #: 121663

#121663 Senior Ophthalmic Technician

Filing Deadline: Tue 3/21/2023

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Functions independently under physician supervision. Responsibilities include: taking patient history, diagnostic vision exams, Goldmann visual field exam, Humphrey field exam; Ishihara color vision test; Brightness Acuity Test and Potential Acuity Meter; pachymetry; Schirmer’s test, refractions, A-scans, and coordinates the scheduling of CT scans, MRI scans, and EKG. Act as the clinic lead: trains new technicians on patient care, oversees clinic patient flow, follows/scribes for the physician, oversees technician coverage during the clinic lunch period, and late coverage if the clinic runs late. In addition, will organize and stock each examination room.

• Ability to work under pressure, calmly and efficiently, and to cope with and prioritize variable workloads under variable work demands, producing laboratory results in a timely fashion.

• Proven ability to perform visual acuity, measurement of eye refractive error, color vision, spectacle measurement, near point accommodation and convergence and related tests.

• Demonstrated ability to perform tonometry and field of vision tests.

• Accuracy and efficiency in positive patient identification when performing laboratory tests and transcribing laboratory results.

• Demonstrated ability to perform OCT tomography, Slit Lamp photography and angiography.

• Knowledge of proper sterile and safety procedures in a laboratory setting.

• Knowledge of patient confidentiality regulations in accordance with State and Clinical guidelines.

• Strong ability to communicate clearly and accurately, both verbally and in writing.

• Ability to maintain a sanitary, safe lab and comply with state and OSHA regulations.

• Demonstrated ability to interact effectively with all levels of professional staff and patients with tact and diplomacy.

• Proven ability to instruct and demonstrate technical procedures to physicians, lab technicians, residents and fellows.

• Knowledge of medical terminology and laboratory equipment.

• Knowledge of (and high standards of) laboratory hygiene, biohazard handling, and universal precautions.

• Employment is subject to a criminal background check and pre-employment physical.
• Must be currently certified as an Ophthalmic Assistant through JCAHPO, or willing to obtain certifications within six (6) months of hire.
• Must be able to work some overtime based on business needs.

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