Ophthalmic Tech

Nashville General Hospital is hiring an Ophthalmic Tech for a full-time technologist! The Ophthalmic Tech delivers care for patients with ophthalmic conditions or needs across their life span, and assesses and documents the effects of care. Under the supervision of the ophthalmologist and clinic manager, performs both basic and advanced ophthalmic exam techniques. This includes specialized testing. Responsible for teaching and instruction to other clinic staff, medical students and residents. Provides general clinical support functions. Works cooperatively with ancillary, nursing, medical and other patient-team personnel to maintain standards for practice. This is a Monday-Friday position working 8:00am-4:30pm. As an Ophthalmic Tech, you will: Ask and record patients symptoms and rely information to doctor Perform preliminary exams and tests on patients eyes Clean and maintain ophthalmic equipment Support the ophthalmologist during eye surgeries and procedures Administer medication and topical treatments to patients eyes Instructing patients on care and usage of corrective lenses Required Skills & Qualifications: High School Diploma or Equivalent Completion of an accredited training program for Ophthalmic Tech Preferred Certified Ophthalmic Tech or Certified Ophthalmic Assistant Preferred BLS Certification Required At least 1 year experience as an ophthalmic technician preferred About Nashville General Hospital Nashville General Hospital (NGH) is Nashville’s original community-based hospital. Joint Commission accredited, NGH readily accommodates a wide range of needs from emergency services and acute care to ancillary and ambulatory services. NGH continues to maintain its strong commitment to the healthcare needs of Nashville and Davidson County underserved, while also providing care to all segments of the community Our benefits include: Benefits begin on the first day of the month after one full calendar month of employment Programs to reduce share of deductible and total out-of-pocket expenses Metro Health Incentive Program - Access to high quality healthcare without incurring out-of-pocket expenses Short and Long-Term Disability - up to 60% of eligible weekly pay Life Insurance - Metro provides you with basic life and AD&D coverage equal to $50,000 ($32,500 if you are age 65 or older), at no cost to you. Retirement Plan - eligible up to IRS max limits and includes company contribution Shift and Weekend Differential Pay Offered on Nights and Weekends Tuition Reimbursement for employee and dependents 12 paid holidays - any holiday worked is another holiday banked Flexible Spending Accounts Free Parking for all employees #J-18808-Ljbffr