EyeCare Services Partners
Overview
Delaware Eye Care Center is searching for an Ophthalmic Technician for Our Team in Dover, DE. No late evenings, no major holidays or Sundays, a robust benefits package, a team oriented working environment where you are seen, heard and respected.
Our Top Candidate will bring at least one year of ophthalmic or optometric technician experience. However, we do have a significant training program and would be able to accept candidates with medical office background as a medical assistant, scribe or patient services representative.
Delaware Eye Care Centers
is dedicated to providing state-of-the-art, individually based, high quality, eye health care. Our doctors are board-certified, skilled ophthalmologists and optometrists that provide a range of services to help our patients attain the clearest vision possible. Our services cover a range of eye problems, including cataracts, glaucoma, retinal disorders, dry eye, and ocular injuries. We have the common goal of ascertaining the most appropriate care for any given patient, explaining the purpose of the treatment, and in initiating said therapy in a courteous and compassionate manner, irrespective of age, gender, nationality, and race or payment program.
All of us at Delaware Eye Care Centers are committed to inclusion and belonging. We believe today more than ever that creating an environment where everyone can bring their authentic selves to work and make it easy for others to do the same will benefit us all. It isn’t speaking the words, but starts with a culture of caring, listening and service. We would thoroughly enjoy meeting with you and discussing our employment opportunities. For more information, please visit our web-pageat www.delawareeye.com.
The
Ophthalmic Technician
will perform a range of duties which include preparing the patient to see Ophthalmologist and/or Optometrist and conduct preliminary exam and captures medical history. In addition, the preparation of examination and treatment rooms, performing basic and routine vision screening examinations, administering eye medications, cleaning, and maintaining ophthalmic instruments and assisting physicians during minor surgical and laser procedures may be required. Travel to other locations may also be necessary to support clinical needs.
Responsibilities
Make introductions and establish rapport with patients
Initiate patient evaluation, documenting the chief complaint, history of present illness, review of systems, and all pertinent ocular findings accurately and in accordance with compliance guidelines.
Perform pre-exam testing to include visual acuity assessment, including pinhole and glare testing, confrontational visual field testing, assess extra ocular muscles, pupillary evaluation, tonometry, assess angles, pupillary dilation, and all other patient services as requested by the physician including specialty tests such as color vision screening, stereopsis, and dry eye testing
Perform lensometry and specialized testing such as visual fields, keratometry, A/B scans, and ophthalmic photography optical coherence tomography (OCT), and optical biometry
Additional testing as requested by doctor
Perform retinoscopy and refractometry. Assist with minor surgical procedures or laser treatments in the office
Assist with fitting contact lenses and instruct patients in care and insertion of lenses
Complete requests for prescription refills as authorized by physician, with full documentation in patient chart
Educate patients regarding administration of medications and pre- and post-operative instructions as directed by physician
Check temperature of medical refrigerator daily
Maintain and conduct inventory of medications and supplies
Assist with maintenance of clinical examination equipment
Clean surgical instruments in preparation for sterile processing
Inspect instruments periodically for damage, send for repair, and request a replacement, as necessary
Open and close exam lanes daily, ensuring that equipment is wiped down in an appropriate manner and as per office procedures, battery powered instruments are seated properly in re-charge wells, slit lamps and projectors are switched off under covers
Follow all safety procedures as per guidelines
Prioritize building and maintaining a positive relationship with doctors and clinical colleagues
Executes duties of position in a professional and courteous manner
Handles sensitive information in a confidential manner
Perform other tasks and duties as assigned
Qualifications
High School diploma or equivalent required
Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to communicate clearly and effectively with patients, staff, managers, and doctors
Basic computer literacy required
Highly energetic with a positive attitude
Must be willing to travel to other offices occasionally to meet the demands of business
Must be able to walk and stand for eight hours
Must be able to type or write legibly in a dimly lit setting
Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) preferred
Certified Ophthalmic Scribe (OSC) preferred
Certified Ophthalmic Technician (COT) preferred
One to two years’ experience in multi-specialty clinic preferred
In Turn We Will Provide:
Benefits to full time team members that include comprehensive medical, dental and optical coverage, 401K and short term disability.
Company paid life insurance.
Paid holidays and generous paid time off.
Paid parking where applicable.
Team oriented working environment where you are heard and respected.
Clear career ladder opportunities.
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Our Top Candidate will bring at least one year of ophthalmic or optometric technician experience. However, we do have a significant training program and would be able to accept candidates with medical office background as a medical assistant, scribe or patient services representative.
Delaware Eye Care Centers
is dedicated to providing state-of-the-art, individually based, high quality, eye health care. Our doctors are board-certified, skilled ophthalmologists and optometrists that provide a range of services to help our patients attain the clearest vision possible. Our services cover a range of eye problems, including cataracts, glaucoma, retinal disorders, dry eye, and ocular injuries. We have the common goal of ascertaining the most appropriate care for any given patient, explaining the purpose of the treatment, and in initiating said therapy in a courteous and compassionate manner, irrespective of age, gender, nationality, and race or payment program.
All of us at Delaware Eye Care Centers are committed to inclusion and belonging. We believe today more than ever that creating an environment where everyone can bring their authentic selves to work and make it easy for others to do the same will benefit us all. It isn’t speaking the words, but starts with a culture of caring, listening and service. We would thoroughly enjoy meeting with you and discussing our employment opportunities. For more information, please visit our web-pageat www.delawareeye.com.
The
Ophthalmic Technician
will perform a range of duties which include preparing the patient to see Ophthalmologist and/or Optometrist and conduct preliminary exam and captures medical history. In addition, the preparation of examination and treatment rooms, performing basic and routine vision screening examinations, administering eye medications, cleaning, and maintaining ophthalmic instruments and assisting physicians during minor surgical and laser procedures may be required. Travel to other locations may also be necessary to support clinical needs.
Responsibilities
Make introductions and establish rapport with patients
Initiate patient evaluation, documenting the chief complaint, history of present illness, review of systems, and all pertinent ocular findings accurately and in accordance with compliance guidelines.
Perform pre-exam testing to include visual acuity assessment, including pinhole and glare testing, confrontational visual field testing, assess extra ocular muscles, pupillary evaluation, tonometry, assess angles, pupillary dilation, and all other patient services as requested by the physician including specialty tests such as color vision screening, stereopsis, and dry eye testing
Perform lensometry and specialized testing such as visual fields, keratometry, A/B scans, and ophthalmic photography optical coherence tomography (OCT), and optical biometry
Additional testing as requested by doctor
Perform retinoscopy and refractometry. Assist with minor surgical procedures or laser treatments in the office
Assist with fitting contact lenses and instruct patients in care and insertion of lenses
Complete requests for prescription refills as authorized by physician, with full documentation in patient chart
Educate patients regarding administration of medications and pre- and post-operative instructions as directed by physician
Check temperature of medical refrigerator daily
Maintain and conduct inventory of medications and supplies
Assist with maintenance of clinical examination equipment
Clean surgical instruments in preparation for sterile processing
Inspect instruments periodically for damage, send for repair, and request a replacement, as necessary
Open and close exam lanes daily, ensuring that equipment is wiped down in an appropriate manner and as per office procedures, battery powered instruments are seated properly in re-charge wells, slit lamps and projectors are switched off under covers
Follow all safety procedures as per guidelines
Prioritize building and maintaining a positive relationship with doctors and clinical colleagues
Executes duties of position in a professional and courteous manner
Handles sensitive information in a confidential manner
Perform other tasks and duties as assigned
Qualifications
High School diploma or equivalent required
Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to communicate clearly and effectively with patients, staff, managers, and doctors
Basic computer literacy required
Highly energetic with a positive attitude
Must be willing to travel to other offices occasionally to meet the demands of business
Must be able to walk and stand for eight hours
Must be able to type or write legibly in a dimly lit setting
Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) preferred
Certified Ophthalmic Scribe (OSC) preferred
Certified Ophthalmic Technician (COT) preferred
One to two years’ experience in multi-specialty clinic preferred
In Turn We Will Provide:
Benefits to full time team members that include comprehensive medical, dental and optical coverage, 401K and short term disability.
Company paid life insurance.
Paid holidays and generous paid time off.
Paid parking where applicable.
Team oriented working environment where you are heard and respected.
Clear career ladder opportunities.
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