Ophthalmic Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Description :

Join our fast-paced ophthalmology practice as an Ophthalmic Technician, assisting doctors with patient care, diagnostic testing, and vision assessments. Ideal candidates have strong multitasking skills, customer service experience, and a passion for healthcare.

Essential functions

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

• Patient Assessment Obtain chief complaints, update health history, and prepare patients for exams.
• Vision & Pressure Checks – Conduct visual acuity testing, refractions , tonometry, and other pre-exam diagnostic testing. .
• Diagnostic Testing – Perform OCT’s, visual field tests, fundus photography, topography, pachymetry, and biometry.
• Medication Administration – Administer topical ophthalmic medications as directed by physicians.
• Physician Assistance – Support doctors during exams and minor in-office procedures.
• Equipment Maintenance – Sterilize and maintain ophthalmic instruments and diagnostic equipment.
• Patient Education – Provide instructions on post-operative care, medication use, and eye health.
• Administrative Support – Maintain accurate patient records and assist with scheduling as needed.
• System Maintenance - Accurately enter and update patient information in office electronic health record system (EHR)

Requirements :

Ophthalmic Technicians at Tri-Century Eye Care work in a fast-paced medical office, assisting doctors and patients in a clinical setting. This role involves :

Physical demands

The Ophthalmic Technician position requires a combination of clinical tasks and patient interaction in a medical office setting. Essential physical requirements include :

Travel

This position requires travel between two office locations, based on the employee’s designated home office :

Reliable transportation is required to ensure timely arrival at assigned locations. Travel between offices may be necessary for staff meetings, training, or coverage needs.

Required education and experience

Preferred education and experience