Job Summary
The ophthalmic technician plays a crucial role in the eye care team by collecting essential data related to ocular health, conducting various clinical assessments, and serving as a medical scribe for healthcare providers. This position also involves assisting with in-office procedures, providing education to patients, and ensuring that examination rooms are kept clean and organized.
Responsibilities
- Collect ocular health information and conduct clinical tests.
- Act as a medical scribe for physicians, documenting patient information accurately.
- Assist in performing in-office procedures to support eye care specialists.
- Educate patients about eye health and procedures.
- Maintain cleanliness and organization within examination rooms.
Qualifications
- A high school diploma or an equivalent educational background is required.
- Experience as an ophthalmic or optometric technician is preferred.
- Proficiency in using Nextech/ICP software is highly desirable.
- Strong interpersonal communication skills are essential.
Gainesville Eye Associates provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
