Description:
JOB DESCRIPTION: OPTHALMIC TECHNICIAN- CORNEA AND CATARACT EXPERIENCE
JOB SUMMARY
Assist Physician with patient examination and treatment, responsible for patient histories, routine diagnostic procedures, as well as some clerical duties.
RESPONSIBILITIES
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Facilitate patient care
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Preliminary work-up: history, chief complaint, visual acuity, eye pressure, pupil reactions, scope of vision, color vision and muscle movement.
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Manual refractions.
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Tonometry (Applanation, Tonopen).
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Diagnostic testing: Biometry, Topography, OCT, Visual Fields, Fundus Photos.
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Take dictation and document exam findings while physician is examining patient.
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Administer drops under physician supervision.
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Write out necessary prescriptions.
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Take and explain tests, procedures, treatments, and diagnoses to patients.
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Maintain and stock all exam rooms.
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Clean and maintain all instruments.
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Assist physician in minor office surgery.
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Return and answer patient phone calls as needed.
Requirements:
- Minimum of two (2) years’ experience in an ophthalmic practice. Experience in cornea and cataract clinics preferred.
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Minimum of two (2) years’ experience performing ophthalmic procedures and diagnostic testing.
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Experience in using Electronic Medical Records (EMR).
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Reliability and dependability.
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Strong organizational skills.
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Excellent written and verbal communication skills
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Proficient in Outlook and Microsoft Office.
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Flexibility (may require some early mornings and evenings)