What are the responsibilities and job description for the Ophthalmic Technician position at Louisiana Cornea Specialists?
Providing outstanding patient care is our top priority! Growing Ophthalmology practice is in need of an experienced Opthalmic Tech to join our team. If you are willing to learn, highly motivated, and detail oriented, then you are exactly who we are looking for...
What we offer you (Benefits):
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
- Vision insurance
- Dental insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Uniforms provided by practice
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift (no nights or weekends)
What we expect from you (Example of Duties):
- Greets patient and introduces self prior to eye exam.
- Explains to patient what patient should expect from technician’s work up and from the OD/MDs.
- Completes a detailed patient history which includes: past medical history (systemic and ocular), family medical history (systemic and ocular) medication history (systemic and ocular) and the chief complaint (the reason for the visit).
- Responsible for care, maintenance and stocking of assigned room(s).
- Attends required staff and educational meetings as requested.
- Maintains strictest confidentiality.
- Performs related work as required.
Performance Requirements:
Working knowledge of basic anatomy and physiology of the eye. Excellent communication skills. We may ask you to work in our Covington clinic one or two days a week.
Education/Experience:
- Completion of AAO Home Study Course
- Completion of JCAHPO approved Ophthalmic Assistant program.
- Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) preferred.
Alternative to Minimum Qualifications:
Past experience in the ophthalmic/medical field with patient interaction.
Typical Physical Demands:
Requires prolonged standing, walking, some bending, stooping and stretching. Requires excellent communication skills and a keen understanding of patients with sensory impairment. Must be able to express a caring attitude while performing the tasks required with accuracy and efficiency. Requires normal range of hearing and eye sight to perform necessary testing and reporting of findings.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $14.00 - $18.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Vision insurance
Medical Specialty:
- Ophthalmology
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
- Ophthalmology: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $14 - $18