Ophthalmic Technician

Company: Katzen Eye Care
Location: Boynton Beach
Posted on: January 14, 2021

Job Description:

Overview

Katzen Eye Care is Seeking a Skilled Ophthalmic Technician to Join Our Team

This is your opportunity to join one of the areas most recognized leaders in ophthalmology. At Katzen Eye Care, we are committed to customer service, and making every interaction extraordinary while inspiring the complete confidence of our patients. Our associates contribute directly to the growth and success of our practice, and take pride in being a member of our team. We strongly believe that the manner in which our patients and customers are treated by our employees is as important as the services provided by the doctor.

The Ophthalmic Technician is a vital part of the clinical team and requires the ability to clearly and effectively communicate with a diverse patient base. They are responsible for comforting patients while performing necessary diagnostic tests and measurements that instills patient confidence in their treatment

Responsibilities

Clinical:

• Perform manual refractions
• Proficient in obtaining comprehensive medical history
• Elicit chief complaint
• Document medication list
• Check pupils, angles, EOM, and dilate patient
• Performs cell count
• Monitors patient flow, ensuring the physician exam rooms are always full after testing
  Essential Skills and Abilities:
  
  • Knowledge of medical and ophthalmic terminology
  • Zeiss Forum
  • Knowledge of Diagnostic Equipment
  • Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills
  • Positive team member
  • Strong organization with attention to detail
  • Demonstrated computer literacy.
    
    Qualifications
    
    
    • Must be able to manually refract patients
    • Two years experience as an ophthalmic technician required
    • High school diploma or equivalent
    • Must be able to expedite patient workups
      
      In Turn We Will Provide:
      
      • Significant benefits package available to full time team members
      • 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 Associated topics: cornea, eye, glaucoma, ophthalmolgist, ophthalmology, retina, uveitis

Keywords: Katzen Eye Care, Boynton Beach , Ophthalmic Technician, Professions , Boynton Beach, Florida