Ophthalmic Technician

2 weeks ago

Saratoga Springs, United States Saratoga Hospital Full time

**Summary of Position**: Position provides a range of clinical and administrative services to collect patient data to be used by the ophthalmologist. Provides patient care in a manner that creates a warm and welcoming environment for patients and families. All care is in compliance with and according to policy.

**Primary Job Responsibilities**:
**Patient Flow**: Review patient chart to ensure completeness and accuracy of information. Prepare exam rooms for patient care. Breakdown, cleaning and set up of exam rooms to insure consistent patient flow. Assist with clinical inventory process.

**Patient Care**: Perform testing required by type of exam scheduled, review chief complaint and history (ocular and general). Take ocular and systemic history and accurately record visual acuity. Perform accurate and consistent documentation and measurement tasks to include A-scans and visual fields. Perform fundus photography, pachymetry, OCTs, refractions, assessment of pupils, anterior chamber depth, and other ancillary testing.

**Patient Communication**: Assists with patient education, explains testing and next steps.

**Clinical Support**: Assist in minor surgeries, sterilization of instruments. Assists in training other ophthalmic assistants.

**Minimum Qualifications**: High school diploma or equivalent. Previous ophthalmology experience preferred.

Salary Range: $18.27 - $29.99
Pay Grade: 20
Compensation may vary based upon, but not limited to: overall experience and qualifications, shift, and location.

Location: Saratoga Hospital - SHMG - Eye Care

Schedule: Full-Time, 8-430PM

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