Ophthalmic Technician

Overview

Eye Doctors of Washington has an exciting career opportunity for aa full time Ophthalmic Technician at our 19th St., Washington, DC office location. No nights, no weekends, no major holidays, a robust benefits package, a team oriented working environment where you are seen, heard and respected as well as clear, attainable career ladder opportunities. 

Our Top Candidate will bring at least one year of verifiable experience working in an ophthalmology practice as an Ophthalmic Technician. Candidates must be able to manually refract. Candidates possessing a COA or COT are highly preferred.

This is your opportunity to join Eye Doctors of Washington, one of the Mid-Atlantic's most recognized leaders in ophthalmology and optometry. For over 50 years, we have provided the DC metropolitan area with state-of-the-art eye care. Founded by a group of professors from the Center for Sight at Georgetown University, our practice has always focused on the core values of academically oriented care, keeping abreast of the latest advancements in the field of ophthalmology, and providing an efficient yet comfortable environment for our patients. Since we are an academically oriented practice, we have the unique advantage of being able to offer the newest procedures and techniques with the benefit of the most advanced diagnostic and surgical equipment.

We are committed to customer service, and making every interaction extraordinary while inspiring the complete confidence of our patients. Our employees contribute directly to the growth and success of our practice, and take pride in being a member of our team. We strongly believe that the manner in which our patients and customers are treated by our employees is as important as the services provided by the doctor.

All of us at Eye Doctors of Washington are committed to inclusion and belonging. We believe today more than ever that creating an environment where everyone can bring their authentic selves to work and make it easy for others to do the same will benefit us all. It isn’t speaking the words, but starts with a culture of caring, listening and service. We would thoroughly enjoy meeting with you and discussing our employment opportunities. For more information, please visit our web-page at

The Ophthalmic Technician  will perform a range of duties which include preparing the patient to see Ophthalmologist and/or Optometrist and conduct preliminary exam and captures medical history. In addition, the preparation of examination and treatment rooms, performing basic and routine vision screening examinations, administering eye medications, cleaning, and maintaining ophthalmic instruments and assisting physicians during minor surgical and laser procedures may be required. Travel to other locations may also be necessary to support clinical needs.

Responsibilities

Make introductions and establish rapport with patients

Initiate patient evaluation, documenting the chief complaint, history of present illness, review of systems, and all pertinent ocular findings accurately and in accordance with compliance guidelines.

Perform pre-exam testing to include visual acuity assessment, including pinhole and glare testing, confrontational visual field testing, assess extra ocular muscles, pupillary evaluation, tonometry, assess angles, pupillary dilation, and all other patient services as requested by the physician including specialty tests such as color vision screening, stereopsis, and dry eye testing

Perform lensometry and specialized testing such as visual fields, keratometry, A/B scans, and ophthalmic photography optical coherence tomography (OCT), and optical biometry

Additional testing as requested by doctor

Perform retinoscopy and refractometry. Assist with minor surgical procedures or laser treatments in the office

Assist with fitting contact lenses and instruct patients in care and insertion of lenses

Complete requests for prescription refills as authorized by physician, with full documentation in patient chart

Educate patients regarding administration of medications and pre- and post-operative instructions as directed by physician

Check temperature of medical refrigerator daily

Maintain and conduct inventory of medications and supplies

Assist with maintenance of clinical examination equipment

Clean surgical instruments in preparation for sterile processing

Inspect instruments periodically for damage, send for repair, and request a replacement, as necessary

Open and close exam lanes daily, ensuring that equipment is wiped down in an appropriate manner and as per office procedures, battery powered instruments are seated properly in re-charge wells, slit lamps and projectors are switched off under covers

Follow all safety procedures as per guidelines

Prioritize building and maintaining a positive relationship with doctors and clinical colleagues

Executes duties of position in a professional and courteous manner

Handles sensitive information in a confidential manner

Perform other tasks and duties as assigned

Qualifications

High School diploma or equivalent required

Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to communicate clearly and effectively with patients, staff, managers, and doctors

Basic computer literacy required

Highly energetic with a positive attitude

Must be willing to travel to other offices occasionally to meet the demands of business

Must be able to walk and stand for eight hours

Must be able to type or write legibly in a dimly lit setting

Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) preferred

Certified Ophthalmic Scribe (OSC) preferred

Certified Ophthalmic Technician (COT) preferred

One to two years’ experience in multi-specialty clinic preferred

In Turn We Will Provide:

Benefits to full time team members that include comprehensive medical, dental and optical coverage, 401k and short and long term disability.

Company paid life insurance.

Paid holidays and generous paid time off.

Paid parking where applicable.

Team oriented working environment where you are heard and respected.

Clear career ladder opportunities.

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