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Children's Wisconsin · 4 months ago

Ophthalmic Technician - Full time

Mequon, WI

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

Children’s Wisconsin is a nationally recognized health system dedicated solely to the health and well-being of children. The Ophthalmic Technician role involves administering diagnostic tests and providing instruction to patients under the direction of a licensed ophthalmologist.

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Responsibilities

Administers standard ophthalmic tests per physician's order and according to established procedures and standards

Performs diagnostic tests including vision field tests

Performs retinoscopy

Provides the evaluation of patients with eye muscle problems utilizing prisms

Contact lens fitting and dispensing

Explains procedures to patient and/or family and directs patient during treatment and therapy

Instructs patient and/or family in appropriate home care treatment

Prepares reports and completes charting as required and confers regularly with the physician relative to patient's progress

Interpersonal and communication skills necessary to work collaboratively with coworkers, physicians, children, and their families

The ability to represent the organization and serve consumers in a professional manner and promote a positive image of the organization and its services

Qualification

Ophthalmic testsProceduresBasic eye anatomyPhysiologyCurrent CPR certificationContact lens fittingInterpersonal skillsCommunication skills

Required

Knowledge of basic eye anatomy and physiology as well as Ophthalmic tests and procedures as would be acquired through completion of a two-year ophthalmic technician program

Equivalent Ophthalmic experience accepted

Current CPR certification - Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers through American Heart or American Red Cross is required