EyeSouth Partners is Hiring an Ophthalmic Technician IV Near Bellaire, TX
Eye Center of Texas has 6 Board Certified Ophthalmologists and 8 Therapeutic Optometrist with 6 locations. Our nationally renowned physicians, combined with the most advanced medical technology, gives us the opportunity to offer our patients the highest caliber of care. We offer comprehensive medical and surgical care, including laser cataract surgery, LASIK, vision correction, glaucoma, retina and vitreous disease treatments and more. We are now hiring for an Ophthalmic technician that will support a high-volume ophthalmic practice that focuses on providing quality and compassionate care to each patient needing complete eye care services. This position requires customer service skills, excellent interpersonal and communication skills, and a degree of independent decision-making. Ophthalmic skills include
Obtaining and documenting patient history
Determining visual acuity
Performing automated and manual refraction for diagnostic purposes
Retinoscopy and refinement for prescribing purposes
Advanced lensometry
Logarithmic pupillary assessment
Static & kinetic visual field testing
PAM, BAT, and advanced ocular motility assessment
Manual keratometry
Osmolarity testing
Administering eye drops, ointments, and irrigating solutions to the eye as ordered by physician
Performing office duties and clinical tasks - entering data into EMR, providing patient services
Measurement of intraocular pressure (tonometry)
Pre-operative preparation of patient
Maintenance and repair of equipment and instruments
Perform ocular imaging including OCT, Topography, fundus photography
Preparation of surgical instruments and equipment
Aseptic technique
Operating room assistance for minor and refractive surgeries
Preparation and labeling of microscope slide and culture media obtained by physician
Performing amblyopia treatment including patching, drops, and prism
Intraocular lens power calculations
Post-operative education
Escalation and triage of urgent patient needs/care
Patient education, advanced refracting skills including over-refraction of contact lenses, contact lens fit/adjustment, advanced slit lamp technique
A-scan diagnostic measurements
Biometry measurements
7 years of ophthalmic technician experience preferred
COT Required/COMT Preferred
Dependable transportation required to travel to other offices as required
Must be flexible with traveling to various locations and working some weekends.
Ability to pay attention to detail
Ability to maintain confidentiality
The ability to seek instruction in areas where he/she is not knowledgeable
The ability to recognize inconsistencies
Education/Certifications Graduation from an accredited high school We offer a competitive benefits package to our employees
Medical
Dental
Vision
401k w/ Match
HSA/FSA
Telemedicine
Generous PTO Package
We also offer the following benefits for FREE
Employee Discounts and Perks
Employee Assistance Program
Group Life/AD&D
Short Term Disability Insurance
Long Term Disability Insurance
EyeSouth Partners is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.