Ophthalmic Technician

Overview :

Shsasta Eye Medical Group is searching for a patient focused Ophthalmic Technician for our offices in Redding, Ca. - No late nights, No weekend hours, no major holidays, a robust benefits package and a team oriented working environment where you are seen, heard and respected as well as clear career ladder opportunities

This is your opportunity to join one of the areas most recognized leaders in ophthalmology and optometry. Shasta Eye Medical Group is an ophthalmic practice with an optical dispensary and affiliated Ambulatory Surgery Center (ASC).

This unique and diverse group of doctors provides the most comprehensive vision care in California’s north state region.

In addition to providing Comprehensive Ophthalmology, we offer sub specialists in Cornea, External Disease, Uveitis, Refractive Surgery, and Glaucoma.

We strive to provide compassionate, comprehensive, state-of-the-art ophthalmic care in the north state region. We are committed to customer service, and making every interaction extraordinary while inspiring the complete confidence of our patients.

Our employees contribute directly to the growth and success of our practices, and take pride in being a member of our team.

We strongly believe that the manner in which our patients and customers are treated by our employees is as important as the services provided by the doctor.

All of us at Shasta Eye Medical Group are committed to inclusion and belonging. We believe today more than ever that creating an environment where everyone can bring their authentic selves to work and make it easy for others to do the same will benefit us all.

It isn’t speaking the words, but starts with a culture of caring, listening and service. We would thoroughly enjoy meeting with you and discussing our employment opportunities.

For more information, please visit our webpage at

The Ophthalmic Technician will perform a range of duties which include preparing the patient to see Ophthalmologist and / or Optometrist and conduct preliminary exam and captures medical history.

In addition, the preparation of examination and treatment rooms, performing basic and routine vision screening examinations, administering eye medications, cleaning, and maintaining ophthalmic instruments and assisting physicians during minor surgical and laser procedures may be required.

Travel to other locations may also be necessary to support clinical needs.

Responsibilities :

Make introductions and establish rapport with patients

Initiate patient evaluation, documenting the chief complaint, history of present illness, review of systems, and all pertinent ocular findings accurately and in accordance with compliance guidelines.

Perform pre-exam testing to include visual acuity assessment, including pinhole and glare testing, confrontational visual field testing, assess extra ocular muscles, pupillary evaluation, tonometry, assess angles, pupillary dilation, and all other patient services as requested by the physician including specialty tests such as color vision screening, stereopsis, and dry eye testing

Perform lensometry and specialized testing such as visual fields, keratometry, A / B scans, and ophthalmic photography optical coherence tomography (OCT), and optical biometry

Additional testing as requested by doctor

Perform retinoscopy and refractometry. Assist with minor surgical procedures or laser treatments in the office

Assist with fitting contact lenses and instruct patients in care and insertion of lenses

Complete requests for prescription refills as authorized by physician, with full documentation in patient chart

Educate patients regarding administration of medications and pre- and post-operative instructions as directed by physician

Check temperature of medical refrigerator daily

Maintain and conduct inventory of medications and supplies

Assist with maintenance of clinical examination equipment

Clean surgical instruments in preparation for sterile processing

Inspect instruments periodically for damage, send for repair, and request a replacement, as necessary

Open and close exam lanes daily, ensuring that equipment is wiped down in an appropriate manner and as per office procedures, battery powered instruments are seated properly in re-charge wells, slit lamps and projectors are switched off under covers

Follow all safety procedures as per guidelines

Prioritize building and maintaining a positive relationship with doctors and clinical colleagues

Executes duties of position in a professional and courteous manner

Handles sensitive information in a confidential manner

Perform other tasks and duties as assigned

Qualifications :

High School diploma or equivalent required

Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to communicate clearly and effectively with patients, staff, managers, and doctors

Basic computer literacy required

Highly energetic with a positive attitude

Must be willing to travel to other offices occasionally to meet the demands of business

Must be able to walk and stand for eight hours

Must be able to type or write legibly in a dimly lit setting

Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) preferred

Certified Ophthalmic Scribe (OSC) preferred

Certified Ophthalmic Technician (COT) preferred

One to two years’ experience in multi-specialty clinic preferred

In Turn We Will Provide :

Benefits to full time team members that include comprehensive medical, dental and optical coverage, 401K and short and long term disability

Company paid life insurance

Paid holidays and generous paid time off

Paid parking where applicable

Team oriented working environment where you are heard and respected

Clear career ladder opportunities

Offered pay range $23.00 / Hr-$25.00 / Hr. dependent upon experience

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