Entry-Level Technician (New Albany)

Entry Level Ophthalmic Technician

Location: New Albany, IN (On-Site only)

Are you enthusiastic about starting a career in the medical field? Become a part of our amazing team of experienced eye care professionals! We provide opportunities for career advancement and promote from within.

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JOB SUMMARY: This position involves providing excellent patient care and assisting with eye examinations.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• High school diploma, or equivalent, required.
• Experience in a medical setting preferred (1 years).
  
  
  

ESSENTIAL SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Empathy and concern for patients’ needs.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Team-oriented.
• Proficient with computers.
  
  
  

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Communication and Patient Care

• Introduce new patients to office procedures.
• Explain the purpose and effects of tests.
• Collect patient history (chief complaint, present illness, past history, family history, allergies, medications).
• Document and measure accurately.
• Maintain sterile technique and infection control.
• Manage patient flow from the waiting room.
• Inform patients about the next steps and make them comfortable.
• Ensure smooth patient flow to the physician, adjusting test sequences as needed.
  
  
  

Instrument Maintenance

• Troubleshoot instruments.
• Replace bulbs.
• Check connections.
• Report issues to Lead Ophthalmic Technician promptly.
  
  
  

Administrative

• Seek guidance from senior staff when needed.
• Maintain cleanliness in exam and procedure rooms.
• Keep exam and procedure rooms stocked.
• Perform other duties as required.
  
  
  

Physical Demands and Work Environment: This role operates in a professional office environment. The physical demands include talking, hearing, using hands and fingers, standing, walking, sitting, and reaching. The employee must occasionally lift/move up to 50 pounds. Vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The noise level is usually low to moderate.

Note: This job description does not imply that these are the only duties to be performed. Employees will follow any other job-related instructions and perform any other job-related duties requested by authorized personnel. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and may be modified to accommodate individuals with disabilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship.

Dr. Black’s Eye Associates properties are tobacco/vape-free environments. Eye Associates of Southern Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in the E-Verify program.