What are the responsibilities and job description for the Diagnostic Technician position at Florida Vision Institute?
Overview
Florida Vision Institute is seeking a patient-focused Diagnostic Technician for our multi-specialty ophthalmology practice in West Palm Beach, Florida. We offer excellent hours, no major holidays, a comprehensive benefits package, a collaborative work environment, and clear career advancement opportunities.
Certified Ophthalmic Assistants or Technicians are preferred.
This is your opportunity to join one of the areas most recognized leaders in ophthalmology and optometry. Florida Vision Institute is a multi-subspecialty eye care practice composed of fellowship-trained board-certified ophthalmologists in every subspecialty of ophthalmology. Our goal is to provide each patient with the latest in comprehensive eye care in an efficient, patient-friendly private practice environment.
We are committed to customer service, and making every interaction extraordinary while inspiring the complete confidence of our patients. Our employees contribute directly to the growth and success of our practices, and take pride in being a member of our team. We strongly believe that the manner in which our patients and customers are treated by our employees is as important as the services provided by the doctor.
All of us at Florida Vision Institute are committed to inclusion and diversity. We believe today more than ever; it isn’t speaking the words, but starts with a culture of service, caring and listening and we would thoroughly enjoy meeting with you and discussing our employment opportunities. For more information, please visit our webpage at www.flvisioninstitute.com
The Diagnostic Technician As an essential member of the ophthalmology healthcare team, the Ophthalmology Diagnostic Technician plays a crucial role in assisting ophthalmologists in diagnosing and treating various eye conditions and disorders and are responsible for operating diagnostic equipment to obtain images and measurements as ordered by the physician.
Responsibilities
- Obtain a detailed patient history, including any eye-related symptoms, medical conditions, and medications.
- Administer basic vision tests, such as visual acuity and color vision testing, to gather essential information.
- You will also conduct a variety of specialized tests, including but not limited to:
- Fundus Photography: Capturing images of the back of the eye to assess the retina and optic nerve
- Visual Field Testing: Evaluating peripheral vision to detect abnormalities
- Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT): Creating high-resolution cross-sectional images of the eye's structures
- A-scan and B-scan Ultrasound: Measuring the size and structure of the eye, useful for diagnosing conditions like glaucoma and retinal detachment
- Corneal Topography: Mapping the cornea's curvature to assist in fitting contact lenses and diagnosing corneal conditions
Qualifications
- A minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent is typically required, although some positions may prefer or require post-secondary training in ophthalmic technolog
- Certification as a Certified Ophthalmic Technician (COT) or Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) is highly regarded
- Strong communication skills and empathy for patient care
- Proficiency in operating ophthalmic diagnostic equipment and software
- Attention to detail and the ability to work in a fast-paced clinical environment
- Knowledge of medical terminology and eye anatomy
In Turn We Will Provide:
- Benefits to full time team members that include comprehensive medical, dental and optical coverage, 401k and short and long term disability
- Company paid life insurance
- Paid holidays and generous paid time off
- Team oriented working environment where you are heard and respected
- Clear career ladder opportunities
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