Cornea Associates of Dallas/Fort Worth-Ophthalmic Technician

Cornea Associates of Dallas/Fort Worth-Ophthalmic Technician

 

Cornea Associates of Texas has an opening for an ophthalmic technician in our Fort Worth/Dallas office.  We are looking for a highly motivated, dependable individual with excellent communication and organizational skills to join our team.

 

Essential functions included but are not limited to:

 Interview patients and document ocular and medical histories.Perform a variety of routine tests using ophthalmic instruments that provide diagnostic information including, but not limited to, manifest refraction, A-Scan ultrasonography, IOL Master, corneal topography, specular microscopy, etc.Assist the physician during diagnostic and minor surgical procedures, including instrumentation, sterile preparations and documentation.Administer topical medications or diagnostic drugs as required by the provider for testing or treatment.Assist the physician with patient education pertaining to the treatment prescribed.Record patient charges for billing department

 

Additonal Responsiblities:Prepare procedure and exam rooms; inventory equipment and supplies; replenish supplies and equipment.Perform basic triage per specific office protocol procedures.Maintain professional appearance and personal conduct at all times.Work as a team member within the technical department and all other departments.Effectively cope with typical job stress.Document work processes as required.Perform other duties as assigned.

 

Qualifications:High school diploma or equivalent with experience in an ophthalmology setting and willing to train as an Ophthalmology Assistant; orMedical Assistant who is a graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant program will to train as a Ophthalmology Assistant; orHigh school diploma or equivalent plus successful completion of a JRCOMP (Joint Review Committee for Ophthalmic Medical Personnel) approved program for Ophthalmology Assistants plus a minimum or one year of satisfactory, full-time work experience under ophthalmological supervision, including training in all skills listed in professional criteria.  Lasik Experience A Plus.We offer a comprehensive benefits package including 401K, financial support for certification and an extremely competitive salary. 

 

 

 

This is an excellent opportunity for someone to join a highly professional ophthalmic care team. 

 

Log on to www.corneatexas.com to learn more about our practice.

 

Resumes can be e-mailed or faxed to Jennifer Hargrove

jhargrove@medsynergies.com

fax:214-692-8617