Ophthalmic Technician

Company: Connecticut Eye Consultants, P.C.
Location: Danbury
Posted on: September 1, 2024

Job Description:

Full Job Description Well established multi-specialty, multi location Ophthalmology group looking for an experienced ophthalmic technician. Technicians must be compassionate, detail-oriented team players with great people skills and a desire to grow in a friendly practice. As an Ophthalmic Technician your primary job function is to work with the ophthalmologist to provide exceptional patient care by gathering all patient information necessary to complete a proper diagnosis. You will perform the initial patient examinations, ophthalmic testing procedures as well as assist the physician as directed. Job Responsibilities: -- Interview patients and document ocular and medical histories -- Perform preliminary testing ie: visual acuity, pupillary responses, confrontation visual fields, motility, stereopsis, color vision, angle assessment, refractometry and applanation tonometry, automated keratometry and lensometry. -- Perform diagnostic testing including automated perimetry, OCT, IOL Master, A-scan and ophthalmic photography, corneal topography, Pentacam. -- Monitor and facilitate patient flow in the clinic and in the imaging rooms, working collaboratively with other clinical staff. -- Administer eye drops as required by the physician. -- EMR scribing and electronic medication refills. -- Perform clinical and administrative duties as directed -- Provide support to front office as needed. Minimum Qualifications: High School Diploma or equivalent required. Preferred Qualifications: Certified Ophthalmic Assistant/Technician/Scribe Certification Special Skills: Ability to work well with others Reliable, punctual and dependable. Excellent communication skills Data entry and typing skills Ability to work in a fast paced environment Exceptional customer service skills Proven experience as an Ophthalmic Technician Knowledge of medical office procedures. We are willing to train the RIGHT candidate if you have no experience! Employment Type: Full Time Years Experience: 1 - 3 years Salary: $18 - $23 Annual Bonus/Commission: No

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