Description

Clinic

Sierra Nevada Eye Center specializes in ocular surgery and treatment of ophthalmic disorders, with facilities in Reno and Carson City utilizing state-of-the-art technology. Sierra Nevada Eye Center, and has been serving Northern Nevada since 1996.

Position Summary

The Sr. Ophthalmic Technician is a seasoned professional in the field of eye care, responsible for performing advanced clinical and technical duties while also providing mentorship and expertise within the eye care team.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Ability to perform specialized eye exam testing while streamlining patient flow.
• Other diagnostic testing may include: Visual fields, OCT, Corneal Topography, Venipuncture, etc..
• May assist with inventory of ophthalmic supplies, including pharmaceuticals and instruments on a regular basis.
• Provides phone support with request for prescription refills as authorized by the physician.
• Adhere to legal and regulatory requirements, such as HIPPA guidelines, to maintain patient confidentially and privacy.
• May perform other duties as necessary

Experience Requirements

• Minimum of two (2) years of experience as an ophthalmic technician.
• One year experience in a customer facing position required.

Education Requirements

• High school diploma or GED preferred
• Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) certification preferred

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to stay focused.

Benefits

• 15 Paid Days off in your first year
• Medical, dental and vision benefits
• Scrub/ Shoe allowance for applicable roles 
• Paid Holidays
• Company paid life insurance
• 401(K)
• Paid mileage between practices during work hour
• ORCA Pass and Free Parking where applicable
• On-going education available including certification reimbursement
• Discount Programs Including Vision discounts on products and services

Qualifications