Ophthalmic Technician (Per Diem)

Job Summary

Responsible for daily patient care and flow of clinic activities.

Minimum Job Requirements


* Experience checking vital signs (i.e.

Blood pressure, Heart rate, respiration rate, check height and weight).


* 1-2 years of experience as an Ophthalmic Technician, Certified Ophthalmic Assistant or Certified Ophthalmic Tech


* CPR: Healthcare Provider

Essential Duties and Responsibilities


* Promptly and professionally assists the doctor in patient care.


* Perform technical workups, patient histories and special testing.


* Communicate with patients regarding follow-up care, surgeries, procedures, changes in schedule, symptoms, surgery scheduling, etc


* Maintains and cleans all equipment being used and report to Equipment Coordinator if not in working condition


* Return phone calls to patients and pharmacies in a timely manner


* Assists in minor surgery


* Efficiently and accurately interview patients and documents histories


* Accurately performs: Refractions w/ retinoscopy, Lensometry , Keratometry, Tonometry, Visual Fields, Amslers, Muscle Testing, Pupil Exams, Topography, OCT IOL Master / Ascans, Fundus Photos, Scribes readily when doctor desires.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities


* High school education or equivalent preferred


* JCAHPO Certified Ophthalmic Assistant preferred


* Good understanding of ophthalmic practice and patient care


* Knowledge of medical instrumentation and its proper care/usage needed


* Ability to assess common safety hazards and take precautions to establish a safe work environment required


* Ability to communicate with patients, co-workers and manager


* Able to help in all areas and understand the need


* Demonstrates working knowledge of eye anatomy, disease, symptoms and ocular meds


* Knowledge of contact lenses


* Displays consistent professionalism


* Empathetic with patients


* Demonstrates positive rapport with fellow employees


* Demonstrates flexibility in job assignment


* Demonstrates initiative in accomplishing practice goals

(EOE DFW)