Ophthalmic Technician- I-Ophthalmology - Carmel
About The Position
Full-time/Days/40 hours per week Hours: 8:30am-5:00pm Location: Adult SM Ophthalmology, 10300 N. Illinois St. Ste., 2200, Carmel, IN 46290 Daily tasks include but not limited to: Rooming patients, preliminary tests such as visual acuity, intraocular pressure, placing drops, Ophthalmic testing such as visual fields and OCTs among others. Responsible for ophthalmic, diagnostic procedures and ophthalmic/medical assistance in support of the clinical activities of the department. Performs preliminary ophthalmic examinations. Explains testing procedures to patients. Assists providers with post-op surgery patients. Maintains diagnostic equipment. Cleans all equipment in exam rooms consistent with current infection control policies. Will stock exam rooms and work areas, while checking for expired supplies. May assist in minor OR procedures and ocular injections. May provide back-up support for other departments as needed.
Requirements
- High School Diploma/GED
- 0-3 Years of Experience
- Basic Life Support certification required within 30 days of employment, through the AHA
- Knowledge of infection control principles
- Ability to effectively prioritize multiple patient care needs
Nice To Haves
- Other advanced life support certifications may be preferred per unit/department specialty according to patient care policies
- Experience with basic ophthalmic workup and testing preferred
- Prefer knowledge of exam room environment
Responsibilities
- Rooming patients
- Performing preliminary tests such as visual acuity, intraocular pressure, placing drops
- Ophthalmic testing such as visual fields and OCTs
- Performing preliminary ophthalmic examinations
- Explaining testing procedures to patients
- Assisting providers with post-op surgery patients
- Maintaining diagnostic equipment
- Cleaning all equipment in exam rooms consistent with current infection control policies
- Stocking exam rooms and work areas, while checking for expired supplies
- Assisting in minor OR procedures and ocular injections
- Providing back-up support for other departments as needed
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
