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Ophthalmic Technician

NVISION Eye Centers

#Patient Care #Surgical Procedures #Visual Acuity #Medical Supplies #Diagnostic Testing #Ophthalmology #Clinical #Pre-op #Post-op #Auto Refraction #Lensometer #LASIK

Full Time On Site 2-5 yrs$19 - $23 / HOURPosted 4 days agoCloses Jun 10

Location

Roseville, California

Salary

$19 - $23 / HOUR

Quick overview

The Ophthalmic Technician is responsible for patient work-ups, including medical history and diagnostic testing. They also assist surgeons during exams and surgical procedures while managing medical supplies and equipment maintenance.

Requirements summary

A high school diploma or equivalent is required, and 2+ years of experience as an Ophthalmology Technician is ideal. Experience with LASIK is considered a plus.

high schoolEquipment MaintenancePatient EducationPre-operative CarePost-operative CareSurgical AssistanceMedical Supply ManagementMedical History DocumentationApplanation TonometryLASIKVisual AcuitiesAuto RefractionsTopographical MappingLensometer

Job description

Overview NVISION® Eye Centers is one of the largest ophthalmology providers in the U.S., with over ninety centers across six states including California, Nevada, Oregon, Arizona, Texas, and Utah.
An innovative leader in ophthalmology, we are dedicated to providing the best patient experience through the use of the latest technology and treatment by the most talented and experienced surgeons in the industry.
With more than 3,000 eye doctors referring their patients and trusting their own eyes to NVISION surgeons, NVISION Eye Centers is the Eye Doctors' #1 Choice®.
The Ophthalmic Technician is primarily responsible for the work up, education and follow up of potential patients.
This position will complete all necessary work up including obtaining medical and surgical history, and the completion of all diagnostic testing.
This position is also responsible for assisting the doctor in the exam lane and in surgical procedures by performing the following duties.

Responsibilities

Ensures that all forms are complete and pertinent information has been recorded. Maintains the outcome data. Performs deft in auto refractions, topographical mapping, wavefront analysis, lensometer, pachymeter and visual acuities. Evaluates and measures pupil size and responses, general use of a slit lamp microscope, applanation tonometer and proper instillation of eye drops. Understands all equipment and instruments used in the center, including LASIK suite Provides pre/post-operative care and instructions. Assists in surgery by preparing the laser room with supplies and sterilized equipment. Stocks all medication and medical supplies by proactively planning work week to ensure completion of required tasks. Calls to request pre/post-ops on surgery patients. Orders all medical supplies. Keeps up with all regular and emergency maintenance on medical equipment. Assists in other areas as needed

Qualifications

2+ years experience as Ophthalmology Technician is ideal LASIK experience is a plus High School Diploma or equivalent required Desire to provide an exceptional patient experience #NVisionClinic Min USD $19.00/Hr. Max USD $23.00/Hr.