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At Southgate Surgery Center, we are seeking a highly skilled and dedicated Ophthalmic Technician to join our team. As an Ophthalmic Technician, you will play a vital role in providing excellent patient care and assisting our ophthalmologists in delivering high-quality eye care services.

• Assist in monitoring vital signs and transporting patients in a safe and efficient manner.
• Maintain aseptic technique at all times, observing for any break in technique and taking corrective action as needed.
• Care properly for contaminated items and ensure a clean and safe environment for patients and staff.
• Assist in stocking OR supplies and maintaining adequate inventory of surgical supplies.
• Check equipment, such as sterilizers and refrigerators, each surgical day and document on a monthly log sheet.
• Assist each area as requested and act under the direct supervision of the nurse.
• Perform fingerstick blood sugar and document results in the medical record.
• Assist physician during laser procedures and report pertinent observations and reactions to the nurses and/or physician.
• Identify patient and family teaching needs and initiate intervention to meet those needs.
• Maintain and promote a positive, safe environment for patients and co-workers.
• Assist with or initiate emergency measures for sudden adverse developments in patient condition.
• Monitor levels of inventory in accordance with desired quantities and participate in economical utilization of supplies and medication.
• Attend departmental meetings and in-service education, showing responsibility for own professional practice and ongoing education.
• Participate in departmental fire and disaster drills and maintain patient confidentiality.

Requirements:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED), one-year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) or Certified Ophthalmic Technician (COT) is preferred.

Southgate Surgery Center is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.