Ophthalmic Technician jobs in Salem, OR

Overview

NVISION® Eye Centers is one of the largest ophthalmology providers in the U.S., with over eighty centers across six states including California, Nevada, Oregon, Arizona, Texas, and Utah. An innovative leader in ophthalmology, we are dedicated to providing the best patient experience through the use of the latest technology and treatment by the most talented and experienced surgeons in the industry. With more than 3,000 eye doctors referring their patients and trusting their own eyes to NVISION surgeons, NVISION Eye Centers is the Eye Doctors' #1 Choice®.

This position is primarily responsible for the work up, education and follow up of potential patients. This position will complete all necessary work up including obtaining medical and surgical history, and the completion of all diagnostic testing. This position is also responsible for assisting the doctor in the exam lane and in surgical procedures by performing the following duties.

Responsibilities

• Core duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
• Ensures that all forms are complete and pertinent information has been recorded.
• Maintains the outcome data.
• Performs deft in auto refractions, topographical mapping, wavefront analysis, lensometer, pachymeter and visual acuities.
• Evaluates and measures pupil size and responses, general use of a slit lamp microscope, applanation tonometer and proper instillation of eye drops. 　
• Understands all equipment and instruments used in the center, including LASIK suite
• Provides pre/post-operative care and instructions.
• Assists in surgery by preparing the laser room with supplies and sterilized equipment.
• Stocks all medication and medical supplies by proactively planning work week to ensure completion of required tasks.
• Calls to request pre/post-ops on surgery patients.
• Orders all medical supplies.
• Keeps up with all regular and emergency maintenance on medical equipment.
• Assists in other areas as needed

Qualifications

• 2 years experience as Ophthalmology Technician is preferred
• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Desire to provide an exceptional patient experience
• Bilingual (Spanish/English) preferred

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