NVISION Eye Centers

Operates LASIK and cataract surgery clinics

Ophthalmic Technician

Clinical Support & Patient AdministrationPosted on Nov 5

Full-timeTucson, AZ, USANo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
Two or more years of experience as an ophthalmology technician is ideal, but is not stated as required.
The role requires a desire to provide an exceptional patient experience.

Responsibilities

Complete patient workups, provide education and follow-up, obtain medical and surgical histories, and perform diagnostic testing.
Ensure all forms are complete and pertinent information is recorded.
Maintain outcome data.
Perform autorefraction, topographical mapping, wavefront analysis, lensometry, pachymetry, and visual acuity testing.
Evaluate and measure pupil size and responses; use a slit-lamp microscope and applanation tonometer; and properly instill eye drops.
Understand all equipment and instruments used in the center, including the LASIK suite.
Provide preoperative and postoperative care and instructions.
Assist in surgery by preparing the laser room with supplies and sterilized equipment.
Stock medications and medical supplies, planning the work week proactively to complete required tasks.
Call to request preoperative and postoperative visits for surgery patients.
Order medical supplies.
Perform regular and emergency maintenance on medical equipment.
Assist in other areas as needed.

Overview

NVISION® Eye Centers is one of the largest ophthalmology providers in the U.S., with over ninety centers across six states including California, Nevada, Oregon, Arizona, Texas, and Utah. An innovative leader in ophthalmology, we are dedicated to providing the best patient experience through the use of the latest technology and treatment by the most talented and experienced surgeons in the industry. With more than 3,000 eye doctors referring their patients and trusting their own eyes to NVISION surgeons, NVISION Eye Centers is the Eye Doctors' #1 Choice®.

This position is primarily responsible for the work up, education and follow up of potential patients. This position will complete all necessary work up including obtaining medical and surgical history, and the completion of all diagnostic testing. This position is also responsible for assisting the doctor in the exam lane and in surgical procedures by performing the following duties.

Responsibilities

Core duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
Ensures that all forms are complete and pertinent information has been recorded.
Maintains the outcome data.
Performs deft in auto refractions, topographical mapping, wavefront analysis, lensometer, pachymeter and visual acuities.
Evaluates and measures pupil size and responses, general use of a slit lamp microscope, applanation tonometer and proper instillation of eye drops. 　
Understands all equipment and instruments used in the center, including LASIK suite
Provides pre/post-operative care and instructions.
Assists in surgery by preparing the laser room with supplies and sterilized equipment.
Stocks all medication and medical supplies by proactively planning work week to ensure completion of required tasks.
Calls to request pre/post-ops on surgery patients.
Orders all medical supplies.
Keeps up with all regular and emergency maintenance on medical equipment.
Assists in other areas as needed

Qualifications

2+ years experience as Ophthalmology Technician is Ideal
High School Diploma or Equivalent Required
Desire to Provide an Exceptional Patient Experience

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About the Company

NVISION Eye Centers

Operates LASIK and cataract surgery clinics

NVISION Eye Centers runs a large network of clinics that specialize in LASIK and cataract surgeries. Patients receive eye evaluations, choose from options like LASIK or cataract removal with lens implants, and undergo surgery with advanced equipment and experienced surgeons, followed by recovery care. The company differentiates itself through its extensive clinic network, focus on patient experience, and a trusted referral base of over 3,000 eye doctors dating back to 1999. Its goal is to deliver high-quality eye care and establish itself as the Eye Doctors’ #1 Choice.

Company size: 201-500
Company stage: Debt Financing
Total funding: $175M
Headquarters: Aliso Viejo, CA
Founded: 1999

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