Description

General knowledge of ophthalmic diseases, symptoms, diagnosis & treatment in order to carry out function noted above Demonstrated ability to operate/maintain ophthalmic equipment to perform duties (below). Strong written & verbal skills for patient history assessment, medical record documentation & patient/family.

Performance of OCT Macular/rNFL/AC 
Performance of fluorescein angiography (FA)-  
Fundus & slip lamp photography  
Visual field testing using the Goldman perimeter & Humphrey automated perimeter  
(A-scans) IOL Master testing for cataract surgery 
Slit lamp and/or handheld applanation & advanced tonometry 
Keratometry/Corneal Topography testing 
Specular Microscopy testing 
Checks visual acuity, uses lensometer & examines patient for abnormalities of color vision 
Obtains patient history information conducts patient education; records appropriate progress information, reports abnormal findings to physician 
Performs other related duties as required- The duties listed are representative only for the job classification of Ophthalmic Technician I & the specific duties of anyone (1) position may vary depending on work assignments 

Requirements

Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) or Certified Ophthalmic Technician (COT)