Ophthalmic Clinic Technician
$37,440–$37,440 year
On-siteHouston, Texas, United States
Job Summary
Obtain patient history including chief complaint, medical history, and allergy profiles. Accurately document visual acuity, visual fields, motility, pupillary function, dilation, and tonometry. Maintain patient flow by contacting no-shows, rescheduling appointments, and altering test sequences as needed. Perform opening and closing duties, inventory counts, drug preparation, and sterile instrument prep. Maintain cleanliness and supply stock in exam rooms. Troubleshoot equipment such as projectors, tonopen, and autoclaves. Occasionally assist with laser procedures, injections, and minor tasks. Provide compassionate care throughout the clinic. Schedule includes Monday through Friday from 6:30am to 6:30pm with weekly rotations. Pay is $18.00+ per hour with overtime eligibility.
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma
- Valid CPR certification
- Must be able to move frequently from standing and sitting depending on exam room configuration during clinic sessions
- Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer
- Must be able to type or write legibly in a dimly-lit setting
- Must be able to hear softly spoken words
- Must be able to add support for patients getting in and out of exam chairs
- Lifting required up to 50 pounds
- Must be able to travel to various clinics
- Must be available for clinic hours of Monday through Friday between the hours of 6:30am-6:30pm
- Training and understanding of HIPAA requirements
Desired Qualifications
- Some college
- One to Two years' experience ophthalmic assistant
- Certification as an ophthalmic assistant
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