Ophthalmic Technician II

Job Description

Job Description

Florida Vision Institute is seeking an energetic, patient-focused Ophthalmic Technician II to join our multi-specialty ophthalmology practice in Jupiter, Florida.

Regular travel to other company office locations is required to support business operations and meet the demands of the business.

This is your opportunity to join a practice where teamwork and exceptional patient care go hand in hand. We offer a predictable schedule with no major holidays, a comprehensive benefits package, and a supportive environment where you are valued, heard, and respected.

While all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply, Certified Ophthalmic Assistants (COAs) and Certified Ophthalmic Technicians (COTs) are strongly preferred.

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This is your opportunity to join one of the areas most recognized leaders in ophthalmology and optometry.  Florida Vision Institute is a multi-subspecialty eye care practice composed of fellowship-trained board-certified ophthalmologists in every subspecialty of ophthalmology. Our goal is to provide each patient with the latest in comprehensive eye care in an efficient, patient-friendly private practice environment.

We are committed to customer service and making every interaction extraordinary while inspiring the complete confidence of our patients. Our employees contribute directly to the growth and success of our practices and take pride in being a member of our team. We strongly believe that the way our patients and customers are treated by our employees is as important as the services provided by the doctor.

All of us at Florida Vision Institute are committed to inclusion and diversity. We believe today more than ever; it isn’t speaking the words, but starts with a culture of service, caring and listening and we would thoroughly enjoy meeting with you and discussing our employment opportunities.  

The Ophthalmic Technician II will perform all duties and functions of an Ophthalmic Technician I.  Effective execution of this role will require the ability to multitask and respond to the needs of the patients, doctors, and other staff efficiently and calmly. The Ophthalmic Technician II may also be required to support training efforts of other clinical staff as needed.

Responsibilities

• Make introductions and establish rapport with patients
• Initiate patient evaluation, documenting the chief complaint, history of present illness, review of systems, and all pertinent ocular findings accurately and in accordance with compliance guidelines
• Perform pre-exam testing to include visual acuity assessment, including pinhole and glare testing, confrontational visual field testing, assess extra ocular muscles, pupillary evaluation, tonometry, assess angles, pupillary dilation, and all other patient services as requested by the physician including specialty tests such as color vision screening, stereopsis, and dry eye testing
• Perform lensometry and specialized testing such as visual fields, and ophthalmic photography optical coherence tomography (OCT) corneal topography and pachymetry.
• Additional testing as requested by doctor
• Perform refractometry and assist with minor surgical procedures or laser treatments in the office
• Complete requests for prescription refills as authorized by physician, with full documentation in patient chart
• Educate patients regarding administration of medications and pre- and post-operative instructions as directed by physician
• Maintain and conduct inventory of medications and supplies
• Assist with maintenance of clinical examination equipment
• Clean surgical instruments in preparation for sterile processing
• Inspect instruments periodically for damage, send for repair, and request a replacement, as necessary
• Open and close exam lanes daily, ensuring that equipment is wiped down in an appropriate manner and as per office procedures, battery powered instruments are seated properly in re-charge wells, slit lamps and projectors are switched off under covers
• Follow all safety procedures as per guidelines
• Must prioritize building and maintaining a positive relationship with doctors and clinical colleagues
• May be required to assist with training other clinical staff
• Executes duties of position in a professional and courteous manner
• Handles sensitive information in a confidential manner
• Perform other tasks and duties as assigned

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required
• Proficient with medical and ophthalmic terminology
• Strong organization with attention to detail
• Ability to accurately check visual acuity, applanation, history taking, pupil assessment, EOM’s, and confrontation field of vision
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to communicate clearly and effectively with patients, staff, managers, and doctors
• Basic computer literacy required
• Highly energetic with a positive attitude
• Must be willing to travel to other offices occasionally to meet the demands of business
• Must be able to walk and stand for eight hours
• Must be able to type or write legibly in a dimly lit setting
• Five years as Ophthalmic Technician required
• Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) preferred
• Certified Ophthalmic Scribe (OSC) preferred
• Certified Ophthalmic Technician (COT) preferred
• Two-three years in multi-specialty clinic preferred
• Must be proficient with the following skills:
• History taking
• Visual Acuities
• IOP (via applanation tonometry and tonopen)
• Auto Refraction
• Manual Refraction (plus and minus cyl)
• Lensometry
• Topography
• Knowledge of Ophthalmic Surgical Procedures (Cataract Surgery, LASIK, CXL, SLT, Yag Capsulotomy, iStent, Trabeculectomy, etc.)
• Knowledge of ophthalmology billing/coding preferred

In Turn We Will Provide

• Benefits to full-time team members that include comprehensive medical, dental and optical coverage, 401K and short- and long-term disability
• Company paid life insurance
• Paid holidays and generous paid time off
• Paid parking where applicable
• Team oriented working environment where you are heard and respected
• Clear career ladder opportunities