Optometric Technician

Job Duties

Understanding and use written information that may be presented in a variety of formats, such as text, tables, lists, figures, and diagrams; select reading strategies appropriate to the purpose, such as skimming for highlights, reading for detail, reading for meaning, and critical analysis.

• Express ideas and information in written form clearly, succinctly, accurately, and in an organized manner; use English language conventions of spelling, punctuation, grammar, and sentence and paragraph structure; and all written communication to the intended purpose and audience.
• Interact with others in ways that are friendly, courteous, and tactful and that demonstrate respect for individuals and cultural differences and for the attitudes and feelings of others.
• Work cooperatively and collaboratively with others to achieve goals by sharing or integrating ideas, knowledge, skills, information, support, resources, responsibilities, and recognition.
• Attend to, receive, and correctly interpret verbal communication and directions through cues such as the content and context of the message and the tone, gestures, and facial expression of the speaker.
• Express ideas and facts orally in a clear and understandable manner that sustains listener attention and interest, tailor oral communication to the intended purpose and audience.
• Select, access, and use necessary information, data, and communications-related technologies, such as basic personal computer applications, telecommunications equipment, internet, electronic calculators, voice mail, email, facsimile machines, and copying equipment to accomplish work activities.
• Obtain facts, information, or data relevant to a particular problem, question, or issue through observation of events or situations, discussion with others, research, or retrieval from written or electronic sources, organize integrate, analyze, and evaluate information.

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be regularly required to sit for long periods. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. (When required by the Americans with Disabilities Act, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions).

Duties:

Duties:

• Test and measure patient's acuity, peripheral vision, depth perception, focus, ocular movement and color as requested by physician.
• Measure intraocular pressure of eyes, using glaucoma test
• Measure axial length of eye, using ultrasound equipment
• Examine eye for abnormalities of cornea and anterior or posterior chambers, using slit lamp
• Apply drops to anesthetize, dilate, or medicate eyes
• Instruct patient in eye care and use of glasses or contact lenses
• Instruct patient in vision therapy, using eye exercises
• Obtain and record patient's preliminary case history
• Adjust and repair glasses, using screwdrivers and pliers
• Assist patient in frame selection
• Assist in fabrication of eyeglasses or contact lenses
• Develop visual skills, near-visual discrimination, and depth perception, using developmental glasses
• Maintain records, schedules appointments, perform bookkeeping, correspondence, and filing
• Maintain inventory of materials and cleans instruments.

Visual:

• Ability to read on LED display on therapeutic instruments for assessment and intervention.
• Able to access and manipulate the environment at varied distances.

Motor:

• Be able to stoop, bend, twist, reach.
• Be able to safely lift and carry up to 25 Lbs. And balance, at times, equipment in excess of 25 Lbs. (up to 100 pounds with assistance if needed).
• Be able to stand on their feet for periods in excess of 1 hour.
• Safely lift, move, adjust, transfer, or position patients, and equipment using proper body mechanics.

Intellectual:

• Read, comprehend, and retain relevant information in, medical records and patient related information.

Behavioral and Social Attribute:

• Demonstrate a concern for others, appropriate interpersonal skills, interest and motivation.

Communication:

• Effectively articulate verbal and written information to patients, families, staff, instructors and fellow students in both academic and clinic settings.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $16.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Uniform allowance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• No nights
• No weekends

Experience:

• Ophthalmology: 1 year (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Cape Girardeau, MO 63703 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Cape Girardeau, MO 63703: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $16