Part Time Certified Ophthalmic Assistant/Technician

Job Summary Certified Ophthalmic Assistant/Technician will perform ophthalmic diagnostic testing including patient work‑ups, IOP checks, visual acuity testing, refraction, keratometry, A‑scans, visual fields, corneal topography, ERGs, OCTs, IOL Master and more. Responsibilities also include maintenance of clinical and off‑site supplies and equipment, assistance with scheduling activities, greeting patients, directing patients, entering data, registering patients, discharging patients, scheduling appointments, chart preparation, assisting with referrals, authorizations, and completion of all forms, and other related duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications Minimum one year experience in a healthcare setting. Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) or Certified Ophthalmic Technician (COT) required. Candidates not already certified must obtain certification within 18 months of hire. CPR certification required; if not certified must obtain within six months. Candidates not certified will be on a temporary appointment until certification is received. Preferred Qualifications Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) are encouraged to apply. Work Days Varying hours between 7:00 a‑5:30 p, Monday‑Friday. No weekends/holidays. #J-18808-Ljbffr Upstate