Ophthalmic Technician - Fredericksburg, United States - VCU Health

Description

$1,250 Sign On Bonus for Certified Techs (COA/COT) / $750 Sign on Bonus for Non-Certified Techs for offers accepted by June 30, 2024. Terms and Conditions apply

The Ophthalmic Technician works up patients for physicians that includes taking medical history, performing initial examination and completing diagnostic testing.

Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for Hire:
Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) or Certified Ophthalmic Technician (COT) by the Joint Commission on Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology (JCAHPO) preferredLicensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for continued employment: N/A Experience


REQUIRED:
Minimum of one (1) year of work experience in an ophthalmology/optometry office Experience


PREFERRED:
Two (2) years of previous experience in an ophthalmology office performing initial examinations and diagnostic testing Education/training


REQUIRED:
High School Diploma or equivalent Education/training


PREFERRED:

Successful completion of an Ophthalmic Assistant Program Independent action(s) required: Takes medical history and performs initial examination and diagnostic testing independently.

Supervisory responsibilities (if applicable): N/A Additional position requirements: Must be willing to work at all office locations


Age Specific groups served:
All Physical Requirements (includes use of assistance devices as appropriate): Physical - Lifting 20-50 lbs


Activities:
Prolonged standing, Walking (distance)

Mental/Sensory:
Strong recall, Reasoning, Problem solving, Hearing, Speak clearly, Write legibly, Reading, Logical thinking Emotional: Fast pace environment, Able to handle multiple priorities, Frequent and intense customer interactions, Able to adapt to frequent changeWorkday Day (United States of America)
EEO Employer/Disabled/Protected Veteran/41 CFR