Entry Level Ophthalmic Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Have you dreamed of working in the medical field but weren’t sure where to start? Do you want to use your strong interpersonal skills to help others? Are you an organized person who likes working in a team environment? If so, a position as an ophthalmic technician might be the fit for you. Ophthalmic technicians are one of the most sought-after medical professionals, and the position allows for career growth and certification. As an ophthalmic technician, you’ll perform an extensive number of data collection functions to allow for the proper professional diagnosis of patients’ conditions. Join Visionary Eye Institute to be fully trained in this exciting position and start your new career!

Visionary Eye Institute was founded by Dr. Ehsan Sadri in 2019 to advocate for all communities by providing innovative and life-changing eyecare. Our practice specializes in medical eyecare and surgery, and we also have a clinical research division that allows us to offer the highest-level care to Los Angeles and Orange County.  We have excellent benefits including paid holidays, medical / dental benefits for full-time employees, and much more. Come join our caring and professional team today!

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE :

1.     High school diploma; some college preferred.

2.     Experience within a professional environment with a strong customer focus.

ESSENTIAL SKILLS AND ABILITIES :

1.     Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

2.     Empathetic personality with concern for patients’ needs.

3.     Strong organization with attention to detail.

4.     Ability to work as a team member.

5.     Demonstrated computer literacy.

6.     Demonstrated ability to learn and apply training.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES :

1.     Communicating to patients, including informing patients about tests and obtaining patient history.

2.     Performing accurate and consistent documentation and measurement tasks.

3.     Performing duties consistent with ophthalmic writer / scribe.

4.     Assisting physicians as needed.

5.     Performing patient triage.

6.     Maintaining instruments.

7.     Performing administrative duties including confirming appointments and maintaining cleanliness.