Ophthalmic Technician - MS Doctors - OPTECH24-15015
NavitsPartners - new york city, NY
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Job Title: Ophthalmic Technician - MS Doctors Location: NYC, NY 10016 Duration: 3 Months Hours per Week: 37.5 Hours per Day: 7.5 Days per Week: 5 Job Summary: We are seeking a dedicated Ophthalmic Technician to join our team. The ideal candidate will perform preliminary screening examinations and support the Eye Center physicians in delivering high-quality patient care. Key Responsibilities: Conduct preliminary screening examinations for physician review, including: Central and peripheral visual field tests. Ocular motility tests. Color vision tests. Pharmacological pupil tests. Tonometry, tonography, and tensilon tonography tests to determine intraocular pressure and pupil size, equality, and reaction prior to dilation. Manage the flow of patients examined by Eye Center physicians by: Obtaining medical and personal data for patient charts. Screening patients for conditions excluding ocular examination. Arranging laboratory tests, ophthalmic photography, outpatient studies, and patient admissions/surgery as requested by physicians. Alleviating patient and family concerns by explaining diagnostic procedures and methods of treatment. Calibrate and maintain all instruments used, including: Bio-microscopes. Lensometer. Keratometer. Tangent screen. Slit lamp and tonometers. Clean and stock consultation rooms and microbiology laboratory with drugs and other necessary supplies. Sterilize and set up instruments for ophthalmic surgical procedures; assist with minor office surgery, laser treatments, and operating room surgery as required. Perform other related duties as assigned. Skills: Excellent communication skills to effectively interact with patients and staff. Strong organizational skills to manage multiple tasks efficiently. Education: High School Diploma or equivalent (GED). Licensing and Certification Requirements: Required: Ophthalmic Technician Certification. Languages: English (Speak, Read, Write). Schedule Notes: Monday - Friday schedule varies between 8 AM and 4:30 PM. EPIC and Ophthalmic Certification preferred.
Created: 2024-10-17