Ophthalmic Technician

Overview

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Miami Eye Specialists – 3 Locations. As one of the largest multi-specialty ophthalmology practices in South Florida serving Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach Counties over 25 years, we are 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.

Job Type: Full-time

• Performing visual field tests, OCT, Cell Count, B-scan, Orbscan/Pentacam, Iol Master, as well as Manuel A-scan, Fundus Photo.
• Using autorefractor and lensometers (automatic and manual).
• Monitoring patient flow, ensuring the physician exam rooms are always full after testing.
• Escorting patients to front desk after exam.
• Tidy exam rooms between patients, including cleaning all lenses used by doctors, the sinks and sanitizing equipment.
• Billing and Coding is billed and ordered (crossed trained over time).

• Preferred: COA or COT Certification.
• Knowledge of Diagnostic Equipment and Medical and Ophthalmic terminology.
• Willing to travel between multiple offices based on the demands of business.
• A positive team member with exceptional customer service, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated computer literacy.
• Bilingual Spanish/English is preferred.

• Proficient in Lensometry, Topography, Biometry (Lenstar, IOL Master, and Immersion A-scan), Auto Refraction, Manual Refraction (plus and minus cyl) and Visual Acuities.
• Experienced in obtaining HPI, ROS, VA, IOP, Motility, Conf Fields, Angle check, VF, OCT.
• Knowledge of Ophthalmic Surgical Procedures (Cataract Surgery, LASIK, CXL, SLT, Yag Capsulotomy, iStent, Trabeculectomy, etc.) and HER.
• Ability to check visual acuity, applanation, history taking, pupil assessment, EOMs and confrontation field of vision.
• General knowledge of insurances.
• Passionate about working in the optical field / field of ophthalmology and a desire to work as an ophthalmic technician / optical technician.

• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage.
• 401K with employer match.
• Company paid life insurance.
• Paid holidays and generous paid time off.
• Team oriented working environment where you are heard and respected.
• Clear career ladder opportunities.