Ophthalmic Technician jobs in Virginia
Ophthalmic Technician provides technical services to assigned ophthalmic patients and assists ophthalmologists or optometrists in the examination and treatment of eye disorders. Takes patient history, conducts visual acuity screenings, and performs various technical procedures, including refractometry, tonometry, lensometry, and keratometry. Being an Ophthalmic Technician prepares patients for exams and procedures. Operates, maintains, and sanitizes ophthalmic equipment and instruments. Additionally, Ophthalmic Technician may assist physicians in performing minor surgical and laser procedures. May dispense contact lenses. Typically requires an associate degree. May require Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA). May require Certified Ophthalmic Technician (COT). Typically reports to a manager. Ophthalmic Technician's years of experience requirement may be unspecified. Certification and/or licensing in the position's specialty is the main requirement. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Recently Added Ophthalmic Technician jobs
- Chesapeake Eye Care and Laser Center
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Mc Lean, VA
FULL_TIME
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We are seeking an Ophthalmic Technician to join our patient care team. Our ideal candidate is already a certified ophthalmic assistant or technician. However, we are willing to provide on-the-job training and experience to the right candidate as they work toward certification. In this role, your primary tasks are to assist the providers with diagnostic and treatment-oriented procedures and administrative tasks.
Responsibilities of the Ophthalmic Technician includes:
- Take medical histories and verify information
- Perform visual function and diagnostic tests, such as applanation tonometry, refraction, and retinoscopy
- Utilize tools such as a Humphrey field analyzer and OCT to take eye measurements
- Inform the ophthalmologist about changes to a patient's visual acuity and other vision issues
- Dilate eyes to prepare patients for their eye exam
- Explain how to properly use eye drops or other medications
- Explain how to properly use contact lenses
- Assist with inventory management
Requirements and Qualification:
- High school diploma or GED certificate
- Completion of an ophthalmic assistant or technician program strongly preferred (COA or COT)
- Experience working as an ophthalmic technician or scribe is preferred
- Experience with EMR tools a plus
- Proficient with MS Office tools (outlook, excel, word)
- Competitive compensation package
- Excellent comprehensive benefits
- 401(K)
- Significant eye care discounts
- Continuing education allowances
- Career growth and development
- PTO and holidays off
- 4 Days Ago
- US Eye
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Kempsville, VA
FULL_TIME
- OPHTHALMIC ASSISTANT About US EYE: US Eye, is a physician-led, patient-centric network of eye care practices committed to providing exceptional patient service through premium technology and unrivaled...
- 6 Days Ago
- TIDEWATER PHYSICIANS MULTISPECIALTY GROUP P C
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Virginia, VA
OTHER
- Job Details Level: Entry Job Location: The Ophthalmology Center - Virginia Beach, VA Position Type: Full Time Education Level: High School Salary Range: Undisclosed Travel Percentage: None Job Categor...
- 7 Days Ago
- Tidewater Physicians Multispecialty Group P C
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Virginia, VA
FULL_TIME
- Position Summary The Ophthalmic Technician is responsible for prepping the patient for the provider to conduct the eye examines. Major Duties and Responsibilities Responsible for screening patients (e...
- 7 Days Ago
- NORTHERN VIRGINIA OPHTHALMOLOGY ASSOCIATES, P.C.
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Falls, VA
FULL_TIME
- Job DescriptionNorthern Virginia Ophthalmology Associates, P.C. is hiring Full-time Ophthalmic Technicians for all of our Northern Virginia offices. NVOA is a high quality, busy practice with 18 docto...
- 8 Days Ago
- US Eye
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Virginia, VA
FULL_TIME
- OPHTHALMIC ASSISTANTAbout US EYE: US Eye, is a physician-led, patient-centric network of eye care practices committed to providing exceptional patient service through premium technology and unrivaled ...
- 8 Days Ago
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- The Eye Institute of West Florida
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Largo, FL
- EyeCare Partners is the nation’s leading provider of clinically integrated eye care. Our national network of over 300 op...
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- Northwell Health
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Great Neck, NY
- Job Description Assists ophthalmologists, optometrists, opticians, and physicians. Job Responsibility * Performs routine...
- 6/11/2024 12:00:00 AM
- FREDRICK A ISAACS MD PC
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Silver Spring, MD
- Job Description Job Description Ophthalmic technician for comprehensive ophthalmology practice. Experience preferred but...
- 6/11/2024 12:00:00 AM
- UCHealth
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Aurora, CO
- Description Summary:Assists eye care providers in the care of patients and flow of clinical activities. Ensures proper c...
- 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM