Job Description
$25.30 - $32.04 an hour
Full-time, Day shift
Atlanta, GA
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The Certified Ophthalmology Technician I works under the supervision of the Clinical Supervisor, assumes the responsibility and accountability of performing Ophthalmic tests on patients as requested by Ophthalmologist.
Essential Responsibilities:
Provides direct and indirect patient care associated with physician office visit.
Assist provider in the examination and treatment of ophthalmology patients. This assistance includes but is not limited to the following: Examine records and forms and prepares patients for current exam and treatments. Prepare appropriate equipment and instruments for surgery and follow-up care. Assists Ophthalmologist by performing technical tests and records results for procedures for the ophthalmologists analysis and interpretation. Assist in refractive/diagnostic procedures to include manual manifest refractions, auto-refractometry, corneal topography, pachymetry, keratometry, ocular photography, B-scan, A-scan, Retinoscopy, and pupillary reflex and ocular motility testing.
Conducts vision screening tests to include, but not limited to, the following: Visual acuity, color vision, tonometry, visual fields, pupil exams, and other technical tests required by the ophthalmologist. Record data above tests and determines need for further evaluation. Prepare procedure room. Assist ophthalmologist with clinical procedures and performs as special assistant, using procedures pertaining to all types ophthalmologic surgeries. Prepare patients for and performs general preparation of pre-operative patients. Provide post-operative instructions as directed by the physician.
Assist provider in contact lens cleaning, dispensing, insertion/removal, and patient instruction. Prepare and fit patients with special optometric devices as instructed by the provider. Instruct patients in correct care, hygiene post procedurally. Order and maintain ophthalmologic medications and supplies. Complete daily, weekly, and monthly. Medication administration with appropriate competency.
Quality Initiatives for the department.
Other duties as assigned.
Basic Qualifications:
Experience
Minimum three (3) years of experience as an Ophthalmic Technician.
Education
High School Diploma or General Education Development (GED) required.
License, Certification, Registration
Basic Life Support required at hire
Additional Requirements:
Fully proficient in Goldman Visual Fields, Manual Refractometry, Corneal Topography, Manual Keratometry, Ocular Photography, Retinoscopy, B-scan, A- scan and Fluorescein Angiography.
Preferred Qualifications:
CAAHEP-accredited OT program.
PrimaryLocation : Georgia,Atlanta,Cumberland Medical Offices
HoursPerWeek : 40
Shift : Day
Workdays : Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
WorkingHoursStart : 08:00 AM
WorkingHoursEnd : 05:00 PM
Job Schedule : Full-time
Job Type : Standard
Employee Status : Regular
Employee Group/Union Affiliation : GTC|UFCW|Local 1996
Job Level : Individual Contributor
Job Category : Clinical Support
Department : Cumberland Medical Offices - Ophthalmology - 2808
Travel : Yes, 20 % of the Time
Kaiser Permanente is an equal opportunity employer committed to fair, respectful, and inclusive workplaces. Applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic or status.
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Full-time, Day shift
Atlanta, GA
Job
Company
Profile insights
Find out how your skills align with the job description
Certifications
Do you have a valid BLS Certification certification?
Skills
Do you have experience in Surgery?
Education
Do you have a High school diploma or GED?
Full job description
Job Summary:
The Certified Ophthalmology Technician I works under the supervision of the Clinical Supervisor, assumes the responsibility and accountability of performing Ophthalmic tests on patients as requested by Ophthalmologist.
Essential Responsibilities:
Provides direct and indirect patient care associated with physician office visit.
Assist provider in the examination and treatment of ophthalmology patients. This assistance includes but is not limited to the following: Examine records and forms and prepares patients for current exam and treatments. Prepare appropriate equipment and instruments for surgery and follow-up care. Assists Ophthalmologist by performing technical tests and records results for procedures for the ophthalmologists analysis and interpretation. Assist in refractive/diagnostic procedures to include manual manifest refractions, auto-refractometry, corneal topography, pachymetry, keratometry, ocular photography, B-scan, A-scan, Retinoscopy, and pupillary reflex and ocular motility testing.
Conducts vision screening tests to include, but not limited to, the following: Visual acuity, color vision, tonometry, visual fields, pupil exams, and other technical tests required by the ophthalmologist. Record data above tests and determines need for further evaluation. Prepare procedure room. Assist ophthalmologist with clinical procedures and performs as special assistant, using procedures pertaining to all types ophthalmologic surgeries. Prepare patients for and performs general preparation of pre-operative patients. Provide post-operative instructions as directed by the physician.
Assist provider in contact lens cleaning, dispensing, insertion/removal, and patient instruction. Prepare and fit patients with special optometric devices as instructed by the provider. Instruct patients in correct care, hygiene post procedurally. Order and maintain ophthalmologic medications and supplies. Complete daily, weekly, and monthly. Medication administration with appropriate competency.
Quality Initiatives for the department.
Other duties as assigned.
Basic Qualifications:
Experience
Minimum three (3) years of experience as an Ophthalmic Technician.
Education
High School Diploma or General Education Development (GED) required.
License, Certification, Registration
Basic Life Support required at hire
Additional Requirements:
Fully proficient in Goldman Visual Fields, Manual Refractometry, Corneal Topography, Manual Keratometry, Ocular Photography, Retinoscopy, B-scan, A- scan and Fluorescein Angiography.
Preferred Qualifications:
CAAHEP-accredited OT program.
PrimaryLocation : Georgia,Atlanta,Cumberland Medical Offices
HoursPerWeek : 40
Shift : Day
Workdays : Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
WorkingHoursStart : 08:00 AM
WorkingHoursEnd : 05:00 PM
Job Schedule : Full-time
Job Type : Standard
Employee Status : Regular
Employee Group/Union Affiliation : GTC|UFCW|Local 1996
Job Level : Individual Contributor
Job Category : Clinical Support
Department : Cumberland Medical Offices - Ophthalmology - 2808
Travel : Yes, 20 % of the Time
Kaiser Permanente is an equal opportunity employer committed to fair, respectful, and inclusive workplaces. Applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic or status.
Explore other jobs
Discover opportunities beyond Kaiser Permanente
CT Technologist
Often responds within 3 days
Captive Radiology
Snellville, GA 30078
From $65
an hour
Computed Tomography Technologist
Often responds within 1 day
Solvet
Decatur, GA 30033
$70 - $80
an hour
Mammography Technologist ? Full-Time (Days)
Wellstar Health System
Roswell, GA 30076
$35.28 - $57.27
an hour
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Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Technician I, Ophthalmology position is now open for candidates interested in the Operator & Technician Jobs sector. This role in Atlanta offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Operator & Technician Jobs is a plus.
