Ophthalmic Technician
Posted on Oct 2, 2024 by Hauser-Ross Eye Institute
Sycamore, IL
Engineering
Immediate Start
Annual Salary
Full-Time
Overview:
We are seeking a Full-Time Ophthalmic Technician for our Sycamore, Illinois location. This role offers regular hours, no late evenings or major holidays, a comprehensive benefits package, and a collaborative work environment with clear career advancement opportunities.
Ideal candidates will have at least two years of recent experience as an Ophthalmic Technician. COA/COT certification is highly preferred.
This is your opportunity to join one of the areas most recognized leaders in ophthalmology and optometry. We are a nationally recognized leader in EMR and technology with an excellent clinical support team and dynamic leadership. 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 practices, 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 Hauser RossEuyee Institute 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 ourwebpagee 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 parking where applicable
Paid holidays and generous paid time off
Team oriented working environment where you are heard and respected
Clear career ladder opportunities
#ESP1
We are seeking a Full-Time Ophthalmic Technician for our Sycamore, Illinois location. This role offers regular hours, no late evenings or major holidays, a comprehensive benefits package, and a collaborative work environment with clear career advancement opportunities.
Ideal candidates will have at least two years of recent experience as an Ophthalmic Technician. COA/COT certification is highly preferred.
This is your opportunity to join one of the areas most recognized leaders in ophthalmology and optometry. We are a nationally recognized leader in EMR and technology with an excellent clinical support team and dynamic leadership. 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 practices, 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 Hauser RossEuyee Institute 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 ourwebpagee 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 parking where applicable
Paid holidays and generous paid time off
Team oriented working environment where you are heard and respected
Clear career ladder opportunities
#ESP1
Reference: 203143298
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Ophthalmic Technician
Posted on Oct 2, 2024 by Hauser-Ross Eye Institute
Sycamore, IL
Engineering
Immediate Start
Annual Salary
Full-Time
Overview:
We are seeking a Full-Time Ophthalmic Technician for our Sycamore, Illinois location. This role offers regular hours, no late evenings or major holidays, a comprehensive benefits package, and a collaborative work environment with clear career advancement opportunities.
Ideal candidates will have at least two years of recent experience as an Ophthalmic Technician. COA/COT certification is highly preferred.
This is your opportunity to join one of the areas most recognized leaders in ophthalmology and optometry. We are a nationally recognized leader in EMR and technology with an excellent clinical support team and dynamic leadership. 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 practices, 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 Hauser RossEuyee Institute 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 ourwebpagee 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 parking where applicable
Paid holidays and generous paid time off
Team oriented working environment where you are heard and respected
Clear career ladder opportunities
#ESP1
We are seeking a Full-Time Ophthalmic Technician for our Sycamore, Illinois location. This role offers regular hours, no late evenings or major holidays, a comprehensive benefits package, and a collaborative work environment with clear career advancement opportunities.
Ideal candidates will have at least two years of recent experience as an Ophthalmic Technician. COA/COT certification is highly preferred.
This is your opportunity to join one of the areas most recognized leaders in ophthalmology and optometry. We are a nationally recognized leader in EMR and technology with an excellent clinical support team and dynamic leadership. 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 practices, 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 Hauser RossEuyee Institute 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 ourwebpagee 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 parking where applicable
Paid holidays and generous paid time off
Team oriented working environment where you are heard and respected
Clear career ladder opportunities
#ESP1
Reference: 203143298
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