Ophthalmic Technician

Ophthalmic TechnicianResponsible for assisting the ophthalmologist with general care for patients, including managing patient flow, administering diagnostic testing, documenting patient information, and performing eye exams.Responsibilities:Ensures detailed patient interview containing adequate case history is gained.Instructs patients on first visit of clinic flow, tests, procedures and medications.Assessment of visual acuity (VA) in pediatric and adult patients. This should be quantitative using tests based on LogMAR (gold standard), Snellen or Snellen equivalent. Other tests may include Allen opto type acuity measurement.Answering patient phone calls and coordinating patient schedulingGeneral stocking and maintenance of clinic or workspace as well as equipment maintenance and repairLensometry: This is the ability to perform non-automated and automated lensometry to determine the strength of the distance, bifocal, trifocal and near add correction of spectaclesVisual fields: Ability to perform automated visual fields as well as manual and confrontationalMeasurement of intraocular pressures using multiple techniques, which include applanation tonometry and other contact methods.Measurement of corrective glassesMeasurement of refractive errorAssessment of color visionPerformance of basic diagnostic tests such as corneal pachymetryEvaluation of pupillary responsesAdvanced skills in an extended Scope of Practice could include slit lamp examinations and retinoscopyMust be willing to work with EMR and learn OCT and additional new technologiesDiagnostic testing of inpatients in the ophthalmology hospital lane as necessary and other reasonable duties as needed to ensure smooth function of the serviceQualifications/Requirements:Experience: 1 year in ophthalmic practice, requiredEducation: High school diploma or equivalent, requiredLicenses / Certifications: COT, COMT, or COA, preferred Maria Fareri Children's Hospital, a member of the WMCHealth Network