OPHTHALMIC TECHNICIAN - FULL TIME

JumpStart Games


Date: 6 days ago
City: Lakeland, FL
Contract type: Full time
Description

Essential Functions

Reviews patients general history form.

Performs a series of ophthalmic tests and documents results for physician review. Performs additional testing as requested by the physician.

Instills medication upon physician’s request.

Performs generalized maintenance, cleaning, and basic repair of equipment.

Coordinates and schedules surgeries and keeps surgeon apprised of surgery schedule. Educates patients on upcoming surgeries.

Supervisory Responsibility

none

Work Environment & Physical Demands

Assist patients. Remain calm when handling distraught patients. Position requires a great deal of walking, standing, moving and manipulating equipment, as well as lifting and moving objects, equipment and supplies.

It is reasonable to anticipate lifting 20-25 pounds in any given day. Lifting up to 30 pounds may occasionally be required, depending on the specific style or type of care provided and must be able to push/pull a patient in a wheelchair.

Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as fax machine, copier and multiple types of Ophthalmic equipment.

Must be able to exchange accurate information with other care team members and providers.

Travel

No travel is expected for this position other than occasional travel to corporate sites regarding employee relations issues.

Requirements

Required Education and Experience

Certified Ophthalmic Technician (COT) through the Joint Commission on Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology.

Additional Eligibility Qualifications

CPR Certification

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