About us:

Florida Eye Specialists is a top provider in eye care for the greater Jacksonville area and is the preferred provider for the Jacksonville Jaguars! There are currently ten locations in and around Jacksonville and we are growing every day! The physicians and staff of Florida Eye Specialists are united by a common passion for excellence in eye care. Our doctors have dedicated numerous years of medical school, residency, fellowship and post-fellowship training to eye-disease research and education.

Benefits:

After successful completion of a 90-day probationary period, Full Time employees will be eligible for the following benefits:

• Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
• Medical, Dental & Vision
• STD & LTD
• 401k & Employee sponsored Profit Sharing

Job Summary:

The Ophthalmic Technician performs advanced technical ophthalmic procedures, measurements and tests to provide physician data and assist in patient care.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Efficiently and accurately interviews patients and documents histories
• Demonstrates working knowledge of eye anatomy, disease, symptoms, and ocular medications
• Communicates with patients regarding follow up care, surgeries, procedures, symptoms, medications
• Conduct and record ophthalmologic testing
• Assist in surgical procedures, set up instrument tray
• Perform ocular fluorescein staining, external irrigation and aseptic skin preparation procedures, topical anesthetic and medication, instill medications and dressing applications
• Assist in corneal cultures, skin lesion removal, suture removal and other minor surgeries
• Clean and sterilize instruments
• Routine maintenance of equipment and surgical instruments
• Communication with other physician offices and pharmacies
• Participate in on-the-job training for personnel
• Comply with HIPPA confidentiality standards

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Basic understanding of Medical Terminology (preferably ophthalmology)
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to interact with patients and employees in a courteous, professional manner at all times
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to multi-task and function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment

Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Minimum of one year of experience in similar role preferred
• COA or COT certification is preferred

Physical Requirements:

• Frequent bending, reaching, and repetitive hand movements, standing, walking, squatting and sitting, with some lifting, pushing and pulling up to 10 pounds
• Travel to other offices as needed