Ophthalmic Tech - Wilmington, United States - Amergis

Description

The Ophthalmic Technician assists the Ophthalmologist and other technical support personnel to perform diagnostic tests necessary for the evaluation of patient eye health, procedures and vision testing/correction.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Performs preliminary screening examinations for physician review including, but not limited to, central and peripheral visual field tests; ocular motility tests; color vision tests; pharmacological pupil tests; tonometry, tomography and tension tomography tests to determine intraocular pressure and pupil testing for size, equality and reaction prior to dilation

Examines the cornea, lens and anterior chamber of the eye using a slit lamp and note variations from normal

Measures acuity of the patient with and without glasses for distance and near vision; obtains optical and lensometry measurements to determine lens prescription and correct acuity problems; records findings on patient chart

Obtains topographical measurements of the eye to include corneal diameter and curvature; assists the physician in fitting patients with contact lenses and evaluating lens fit with a biomicroscope; instructs patients on the proper techniques used in caring for, inserting, and wearing contact lenses

Obtains medical and personal data for patient charts; screens patients for conditions excluding ocular examination

Arranges for laboratory and other tests, ophthalmic photography, outpatient studies, and patient admissions and surgery as requested by the physician; alleviate patient and family concerns by explaining diagnostic procedures and method of treatment

Calibrates and maintains all instruments used including, but not limited to bio-microscopes, lensometer, keratometer, tangent screen, slit lamp and tonometers; clean and stock consultation rooms and microbiology laboratory with drugs and other supplies as needed

Sterilizes and sets up instruments for ophthalmic surgical procedures

Assists with minor office surgery, laser treatments and operating room surgery as required

Other duties as assigned


Minimum Requirements:
Successful completion of Ophthalmic Technician training program

Certification as an Ophthalmic Technician by State/Contract requirements

One (1) year of experience as an Ophthalmic Technician preferred

Complies with all relevant professional standards of practice

Participation and completion of Amergis' Competency program when applicable

Current CPR if applicable

TB Questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable

Current Health certificate (per contract or state regulation)

Must meet all federal, state and local requirements

Successful completion of new hire training as applicable to job site

Understand patient confidentiality and HIPAA requirements

Ability to effectively elicit/provide information to and from appropriate individuals (including, but not limited to, supervisors, co-workers, clients) via strong communication skills; proficiency in the English language is required

Computer proficiency required

Must be at least 18 years of age

Benefits

At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:

Competitive pay & weekly paychecks

Health, dental, vision, and life insurance

401(k) savings plan

Awards and recognition programs

*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.

About Amergis

Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988.

We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school.

Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.

Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.