Ophthalmic Technician

Ophthalmic Technician

Hiawatha-Cedar Rapids - Hiawatha, IA 52233

Overview

Position Type Full Time Category Health Care

Description

Wolfe Eye Clinic – Better vision, for a better life!

Ophthalmic Technician

Join the TEAM that generations of Iowans have trusted to provide a higher standard of eye-care excellence! In medical practice since 1919, Wolfe Eye Clinic is a multi-specialty clinic providing vision care services throughout Iowa. At Wolfe Eye Clinic, we create Better Vision for a Better Life.

We have a Full-time opportunity for Ophthalmic Technician based in our Hiawatha clinic.

We are looking for a motivated candidate to join our team. Successful candidates will have a desire to learn in a fast-paced setting and the ability to positively interact and help patients while providing patient education and instructions. Interested candidates should be willing to work both independently and as a member of a team, provide excellent patient care, and perform patient workups in a precise and efficient manner.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Document patient's medical and ocular histories in electronic medical record.
• Perform patient workups.
• Complete diagnostic testing, such as retinoscopy, manual refraction, applanation A-scan, keratometry, tonometry, OCT's and visual fields.
• Provide patient education according to physician instructions.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Travel to other offices as needed.

Knowledge and Qualifications:

• Medical office experience required.
• Ophthalmic testing experience preferred.
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a team.
• Experience providing excellent patient care.
• Demonstrated critical thinking skills with the ability to identify and communicate concerns regarding the results of diagnostic testing.

If you are interested in being part of a quality driven organization, while receiving a competitive wage and excellent benefits (health, dental, 401k, paid-time off, etc.) please apply online

EOE