Ophthalmic Technician – Fayetteville Location

Description

This individual is responsible for providing chair-side doctor assistance, performing diagnostic tests as required by an ophthalmologist, and administering treatment as allowed and ordered by the physician.

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Two years experience in a healthcare setting; ophthalmology preferred

Essential Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of medical and ophthalmic terminology
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills
• Positive team member
• Strong organization with attention to detail
• Demonstrated computer literacy

Responsibilities

Communication and Patient Care

• Uses autorefractor and lensometers (automatic and manual)
• Performs visual field tests
• Performs visual acuity and pinhole tests
• Perform brightness acuity measurement as requested by the physician
• Performs Schirmer’s tests as ordered by the physician
• Monitors patient flow, ensuring the physician exam rooms are always full
• Acts as scribe for physician
• Escorts patients to front desk after exam

Patient Education

• Reviews the use of Amsler grid testing with patient for at-home monitoring
• Reviews physician-generated instructions with patient
• Provides appropriate patient education materials as directed by physician

Administrative

• Ensures that exam rooms are tidied between patients, including cleaning sinks and sanitizing equipment.
• Cleans all lenses used by doctors.
• Prepares for COA exam