Ophthalmic Technician

Robson Eye Institute has been serving Clearwater and Palm Harbor for 5 years, and is proud to be the leading ophthalmology and optometry facility in the Tampa Bay Area. Our facility, named after Frank Y. Robson, M.D. who was a Tampa native and one of the earliest doctors in New Port Richey, is proud to provide the Greater Tampa Bay Area with exceptional eye-care. Come join our team of leading eye doctors and surgeons specializing in areas of laser cataract surgery, diabetic retinopathy, glaucoma management and treatment, corneal surgery, macular degeneration, and dry eyes.

Our amazing leadership team is committed to cultivating and maintaining an employee centric work environment where every employee has a voice and a platform to share their ides and suggestions, are encouraged and incentivized to broaden their education and training and are invited to participate in the numerous employee activities offered monthly.

We are seeking a Full-Time energetic and reliable individual to join our team as an Ophthalmic Technician.

The successful candidate will be responsible for gathering important patient medical history; perform visual screening and diagnostic testing prior to doctor's visit with patient. The technician will ensure that exam rooms are cleaned between patients, including sanitizing equipment. Assist and facilitate smooth patient flow, along with working with Doctors to coordinate the patient flow.

Here are some of the key responsibilities you'd be responsible for:

• Obtains patient history, to include chief complaint, history of present illness, past history (ocular and general), family history (ocular and general), and history of allergies and medications.
• Captures ocular and systemic history and accurately record visual acuity
• Performs essential diagnostic tests such as visual acuity, manual refraction, topography, basic manual lensometry (single vision, multifocal, and progressive lenses), pachymetry, tonometry, OCT, IOL Master, and Humphrey visual field
• Administer topical ophthalmic medication or oral medications under the direction of the Physician
• Administers diagnostic tests
• Assist with in-office procedures ensuring proper informed consent is obtained, set up and clean up room from procedures
• Assists with patient education
• Instructs the patient regarding testing procedures
• Maintains cleanliness and keeps equipment in order within the exam rooms during the workday
• May assist in providing training to other ophthalmic personnel, as assigned
• May function as a scribe for the ophthalmologist
• May assist with laser and ophthalmic procedures
• Perform other tasks as required
• Ability to travel to all office locations and work with any doctor as assigned.
• Participate in duties interdepartmentally as deemed necessary, by the clinical supervisor, office manager, and/or doctor(s).

Requirements:

• Minimum of 1 year experience in ophthalmology, preferred
• Excellent verbal communication skills. English / Spanish skills a plus
• Solid writing skills including accurate spelling
• Superior Customer / Patient service. A professional and respectful approach
• Team oriented
• Strong Attention to detail skills
• Solid computer skills

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Medical specialties:

• Ophthalmology

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Clearwater, FL 33764: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person