Ophthalmic Technician provides technical services to assigned ophthalmic patients and assists ophthalmologists or optometrists in the examination and treatment of eye disorders. Takes patient history, conducts visual acuity screenings, and performs various technical procedures, including refractometry, tonometry, lensometry, and keratometry. Being an Ophthalmic Technician prepares patients for exams and procedures. Operates, maintains, and sanitizes ophthalmic equipment and instruments. Additionally, Ophthalmic Technician may assist physicians in performing minor surgical and laser procedures. May dispense contact lenses. Typically requires an associate degree. May require Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA). May require Certified Ophthalmic Technician (COT). Typically reports to a manager. Ophthalmic Technician's years of experience requirement may be unspecified. Certification and/or licensing in the position's specialty is the main requirement. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Under the supervision of the Director of Operations, the Lead Ophthalmic Technician is specifically responsible for oversight and management of site-specific technician staff, and the supervision of all day-to-day patient care processes. The Lead Ophthalmic Technician works collaboratively with the Office Coordinator and Physicians in producing a highly efficient and quality patient experience. This includes ensuring all patient appointments and testing is appropriately scheduled, performed and documented.
The Lead Ophthalmic Technician plays a critical role for Regional Eye in helping the organization create a consistent, reliable service experience to our patients. This role will deliver operational excellence to train those who create the patient experience, acting as a key change leader driving performance.
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Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $18.52 - $31.48 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
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Work Location: In person