Ophthalmic Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

Do you want to help people see better, look better, and feel better? Are you looking to further your career in vision care? We are seeking an Ophthalmic Technician (at any skill level) to join our Clinic Team! 

It is the primary job of the Ophthalmic Technician to perform medical assistance and data collection as delegated by the doctor to allow for proper professional diagnosis of patients’ conditions. This is done by providing preliminary eye function tests, performing diagnostic measurements and tests, managing patient interactions, and ensuring efficient clinic operations.

ABOUT EYE-Q 

Consistently ranked one of the top ten “Best Companies to work for in Central California” since 2006. EYE-Q Vision Care proudly serves the California Central Valley. We are a fast-paced, highly complex practice and offer several specialty services to our patients. Our team of ophthalmologists, optometrists, and professional support staff handle all aspects of eye/vision care, from general exams to complex surgeries. We are looking for individuals who are enthusiastic, energetic and passionate about providing excellent care to our patients while treating fellow coworkers with dignity and respect. 

WHAT YOU'LL DO: 

• Acquaint all patients with the office procedures to which they will be exposed
• Inform patients of the purpose of all tests performed 
• Scribe for the doctors as part of their daily assignments 
• Perform visual acuity, manual lensometry, confrontational visual fields, stereo testing, evaluation of motility, pupillary function tests, color plates, applanation tonometry, fundus photography, other tasks specific to physician needs 
• Perform administrative duties which include keeping exposed lenses, mirrors and prisms clean, maintaining sanitary conditions in diagnostic and procedure rooms as well as keeping them stocked, and maintaining par levels of replacement inventory 
• Perform additional duties based on skill level of Ophthalmic Technician

SCHEDULE:  

Monday-Friday (may work occasional half Saturdays) 

WHAT WE OFFER: 

• Competitive pay 
• Annual scrub vouchers 
• Professional development opportunities (assistance with obtaining COA & OSC certificates) 
• Internal job opportunities after one year of employment 
• Excellent benefits (medical, dental, vision, FSA, 401k, pet insurance, etc.) 
• Mileage reimbursement 
• Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time 
• Employee discounts (glasses, contacts, and other cosmetic services) 
• Birthday and milestone anniversary gifts 
• Employee assistance program 
• Employee appreciation events 
• Community service and volunteering opportunities

We will review applications until the position is filled. The pay rate will be determined based on skills, experience, and certifications/education.

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Requirements:

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: 

• Knowledge of medical office practices and medical terminology
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills 
• Ability to be personable, empathetic, well-organized, and detail-oriented
• Familiar with medications and ocular disease processes (preferred)

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: 

• High school diploma/GED
• Experience with EHR, specifically NextGen (preferred) 
• Medical assistant training/certification (preferred)
• 2-years related eye care experience (preferred)
• Scribing experience (preferred) 
• Current JCAHPO certification (preferred)
• Current BLS certification (preferred)