What are the responsibilities and job description for the Ophthalmic Technician position at Moyes Eye Center?
Ophthalmic Technician
Moyes Eye Center is a fast-paced growing surgical practice that is dedicated in providing exceptional service. We are a team that strives for excellence in serving our patients, our colleagues and each other. Our employees contribute directly to the growth and success of our practice and take pride in being a member of our team. We are currently hiring for Ophthalmic Technicians to join our ever-growing team of professionals who share our focus of great patient care! Experienced Ophthalmic Technicians are preferred but not required. We are willing to train the right individual.
Job Responsibilities
- Checks condition of patient's eyes by observing pupils, muscles, visual acuity, and extraocular movements
- Records medical history, current medications, and confirms purpose of visit
- Records all data in the patient's electronic medical record
- Demonstrates working knowledge of eye anatomy, diseases, symptoms and ocular medications
- Triage phone calls from patients with concerns
- Once trained, required skills include: dilation, refraction, pressures, and performing a variety of diagnostic tests including but not limited to; visual fields, OCT, Fundus Camera, Pentacam, IOL master, auto refractor and Specular Microscopy
- Provide exceptional customer service to every patient
Experience and Education Requirements:
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
- Must possess strong computer skills
- One-year related experience – Preferred
- Ophthalmic or Optometric Technician Experience – Preferred
- COA or COT certification – Preferred, but will consider otherwise qualified candidates with less experience
Skills Desired in a Candidate:
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Time-management and organization skills
- Team-oriented
- Compassionate
- Detail-oriented
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $17.00 - $25.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Salary : $17 - $25
