Company Overview:
South Georgia North Florida Eye Partners offers a variety of eye care services from detection and medical treatment of eye diseases and injuries to advanced procedures including Lasik and cataract surgeries. We also have an on-site Optical Shop that carries the latest in designer frames and sunglasses. We offer several locations including Tifton, Douglas and 2 locations in Valdosta Georgia.
Position Summary:
We are now hiring for an Ophthalmic technician that will support a high-volume ophthalmic practice that focuses on providing quality and compassionate care to each patient needing complete eye care services.
Responsibilities:
This position requires customer service skills, excellent interpersonal and communication skills, and a degree of independent decision-making.
Ophthalmic skills include:
- Obtaining and documenting patient history
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Determining visual acuity
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Performing automated and manual refraction for diagnostic purposes
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Performing basic lensometry
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Pupillary assessment
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Visual field testing
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PAM
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Basic ocular motility assessment
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Automated keratometry
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Osmolarity testing
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Administering eye drops, ointments, and irrigating solutions to the eye as ordered by physician
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Performing office duties and clinical tasks - entering data into EMR, providing patient services
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Measurement of intraocular pressure (tonometry)
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Pre-operative preparation of patient
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Maintaining equipment and instruments
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Perform ocular imaging including OCT,
- Topography
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Post-operative education
Qualifications:
- 3-5 years of ophthalmic technician experience preferred
- COA preferred
- Dependable transportation required to travel to other offices as required
- Must be flexible with traveling to various locations
- Ability to pay attention to detail
- Ability to maintain confidentiality
- The ability to seek instruction in areas where he/she is not knowledgeable
- The ability to recognize inconsistencies
Education/Certifications:
- Graduation from an accredited high school
Company Benefits:
We offer a competitive benefits package to our employees:
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Medical
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Dental
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Vision
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401k w/ Match
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HSA/FSA
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Telemedicine
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Generous PTO Package
We also offer the following benefits for FREE:
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Employee Discounts and Perks
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Employee Assistance Program
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Group Life/AD&D
- Short Term Disability Insurance
- Long Term Disability Insurance
EyeSouth Partners is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
