Ophthalmic Tester Job at OCLI Vision in Village of Valley Stream

Overview

Ophthalmic Tester role at OCLI Vision. The base pay range is $19.00/hr - $22.00/hr. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$19.00/hr - $22.00/hr

What We’re Looking For

Spectrum Vision Partners (SVP) and OCLI Vision (OCLI) work together to provide world class eye care to our patients. SVP supports OCLI Vision, one of the largest multi-specialty ophthalmology networks in the U.S. We promote from within and offer benefits and PTO.

The Opportunity

We’re looking for a Testing Technician who is passionate and empathetic to join our team as Ophthalmic Techs. Our Techs are responsible for all the pre-exam elements of the patient visit, including gathering and documenting patient information and history and conducting routine and ancillary patient testing. You’ll play a vital role in the patient experience and in helping our doctors diagnose and treat eye disorders.

Responsibilities

• Tests and measures eye function to assist Ophthalmologists to diagnose and treat eye disorders and disease
• Performs and records initial history; including present/chief complaint, past ocular history, family history, systemic illness, medications, allergies and drug reactions
• Tests and records patient’s far acuity, near acuity, peripheral vision, depth perception, and color perception
• Measures intraocular pressure (glaucoma test), excluding applanation
• Performs ancillary tests such as lensometry, corneal topography, A scans, B scans, keratometry, fundus photography, slit lamp photography, specular microscopy, and visual fields (including central and peripheral vision); records results
• Transcribes physician's dictation into patient chart when applicable
• Knowledgeable in ocular pharmacology (anesthetics, steroids, antibiotics, mydriatics and cycloplegics, epinephrine, miotics and non-steroidal anti-inflammatories)
• Applies drops to anesthetize, dilate, or medicate eyes
• Collects and processes specimens for appropriate laboratory testing
• Prepares and stocks exam rooms; assists with exams
• Triages emergency cases appropriately into physician’s schedule, maintains patient flow
• Prepares patient and procedure room; assists ophthalmologist with in-office procedures
• Performs first-level maintenance on ophthalmic equipment and notifies office manager of any equipment malfunctions
• Utilizes infection control techniques and universal precautions
• Performs other tests and measurements as requested by Ophthalmologist
• Maintains confidentiality and professional demeanor at all times

What You’ll Need To Succeed

• You have a one-year certificate from college or technical school; minimum two years experience as an ophthalmic assistant or equivalent
• You are CPR Certified
• You’re an excellent communicator – both verbally and written
• You’re outgoing and enjoy interacting with patients
• You’re comfortable providing white-glove service and responding quickly to patients’ needs
• You’re a dependable problem solver who stays calm in stressful situations
• You have a positive, can-do attitude and work well in collaborative environments
• You’re flexible and adapt well to change
• Knowledge of ocular pharmacology (a PLUS, but not a requirement)
• Physical ability: stand, walk, use hands; may occasionally lift up to 10 pounds

Who We Are

Our globally recognized healthcare team is comprised of some of the top minds in ocular medicine. Our senior management team has a combined 200 years of eye industry experience. We build relationships with our patients that last a lifetime. With nearly 1,400 employees, we support over 50 clinic locations, five state-licensed ambulatory surgery centers, and over 110 surgeons, doctors, and other medical professionals. Our brands include OCLI Vision, Island Eye Surgi-center, New Vision Cataract Center, AIO, and others. We are committed to diversity and an inclusive work environment and offer equal opportunity employment regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability status, age, marital status, or protected veteran status.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Engineering and Information Technology

Industries

• Hospitals and Health Care

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