Full-time Ophthalmic Technician - King of Prussia
Location
King of Prussia, PA | United States
Job description
EOE Statement We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. About the Organization Since its founding in 1832, Wills Eye has enjoyed a reputation as one of the premier eye facilities in the world. As the first hospital in the United States to be dedicated exclusively to the treatment of eye disorders, and long renowned for excellence in patient care, Wills Eye has ranked consistently as one of the nation's best eye hospitals by U.S. News & World Report since the survey began in 1990.
Wills Eye Hospital's benefits program is both comprehensive and cost-effective. Our employees are offered an array of benefits that include health and dental insurance, vision care, prescription drug coverage, and a variety of wellness benefits. Additional enrollment information and specifics will be provided to prospective employees during their onboarding. Description
Primary Function:
- Under the direct supervision of the Ophthalmologist/Optometrist, the Ophthalmic Technician provides a variety of preliminary ocular assessment activities, including but not limited to, obtaining a complete and accurate medical history, visual acuity and stereo testing, lensometry, motility, applanation tonometry, pupil dilation, potential acuity meter testing and, and manifest refraction/autorefractometry. Increasingly complex patient procedures may also be assigned as determined by level of proficiency and experience.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities: - Provides assistance to the physician with examination procedures and other patient care activities as requested.
- Oversees the efficient flow of patients through the eye clinic, assuring that resources are sufficient for scheduled patients and that they are directed appropriately.
- When appropriate, performs lensometry, including reading lenses with multifocal and progressive adds, power of sphere, axis of cylinder power and orientation of prism.
- Performs intraocular pressure assessments through the use of applanation tonometry and also utilizing the tonopen.
- Instills dilating drops (and other ophthalmic drops) per physician's instructions.
- Interacts and communicates in a professional manner with fellow employees, medical staff and other health team professionals.
- Ensures that exam rooms are stocked with appropriate instruments, as well as patient handouts, & any other equipment/materials, as required by physicians.
- Formulates and maintains effective working relationships with peers, managers and other members of the health care team.
- Receives constructive feedback in a positive self-develop-mental manner.
- Functions as an effective team member.
- Demonstrate adaptability, flexibility, and accountability when changes are made in job description and responsibility, including performing all qualified duties throughout other areas of the hospital.
- Strives to maintain the confidentiality of all patients and their families/significant other(s).
Position Requirements
Qualifications Educational requirements: - High School diploma required
Licensure: - Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) after 2 years on the job required
Experience: - Two years of clinical/healthcare experience required
- Proven record of attention to detail, ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously
- Proficient and accurate computer typing skills
- Must be able to effectively communicate both in writing and orally
- Broad knowledge base of ophthalmic terminology
Category Technical Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time Position Full-time Ophthalmic Technician Number of Openings 1 Exempt/Non-Exempt Non-Exempt Location Wills Eye Physicians: Katzman Eye (King of Prussia)
This position is currently accepting applications.
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