Ophthalmic Technician II
Company: Cambridge Health Alliance
Location: Somerville
Posted on: June 17, 2022
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Job Description:
Location: CHA Somerville Campus Work Days: 9:00am-5:30pm
Category: Allied Health Department: CHA Eye Center Somerville
Campus Job Type: Full time Work Shift: Day Hours/Week: 40.00 Union:
Yes Union Name: SH Laborers 381DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION:The CHA Eye
Center is located in the Highland Building at Somerville Hospital.
Our thriving practice helps patients with a wide range of eye
conditions and includes a full optical shop for prescriptions and
contact lens fittings. This gives patients everything they need in
one location, from routine exams to advanced treatments. We see
patients of all ages - from infants to older adults. Our specialty
eye care services include: diabetic eye care, treatment of
glaucoma, macular degeneration, and other eye diseases, cataract
surgery, refractive surgery, LASIK and corneal transplants.
Summary:Under supervision of the Ophthalmology Practice Manager and
the Chief of Ophthalmology, possesses knowledge and skills in
history taking, patient services, instrument maintenance, clinical
optics, basic ocular motility, visual fields, intermediate
tonometry, contact lenses, ocular pharmacology and photography.
Responsible for performing necessary testing prior to patient's
encounter with the Ophthalmologist and/or Optometrist; assist in
minor surgical and laser procedures; perform specialties adjunctive
testing; perform refractions; assist in other office
responsibilities as needed.Responsibilities: Maintain inventory and
stocks clinical and surgical supplies Prep patients for
Ophthalmologists Triages telephone issues and documents in chart
Open and close examination rooms, cleans as necessary Performs
visual field testing, a-scan and corneal topography Performs
accurate refractions Complete a thorough medical work-up prior to
the patient being seen by the Ophthalmologist. This includes a
medical history, chief complaint, review of current medication
list, check of visual acuity and intraocular pressure Assist with
fundus photography Prepares fluorescein syringes Records finding
legibly and accurately according to CHA standards Maintain a neat
work area Check equipment for cleanliness. Ensure that biomed
review of equipment is up to date. Sterilizes instruments and
maintains equipment Transport equipment to and from Cambridge
Hospital to be sterilized Assist Ophthalmologists with minor
procedures Assist Ophthalmologists with laser surgery Demonstrates
ability to establish priorities, organizes daily work and uses good
judgment MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:Other information:High School
Diploma or equivalent Certifications: Certified Ophthalmic
Technician (COT) In keeping with federal, state and local laws,
Cambridge Health Alliance (CHA) policy forbids employees and
associates to discriminate against anyone based on race, religion,
color, gender, age, marital status, national origin, sexual
orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability or any
other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to
establishing and maintaining a workplace free of discrimination. We
are fully committed to equal employment opportunity. We will not
tolerate unlawful discrimination in the recruitment, hiring,
termination, promotion, salary treatment or any other condition of
employment or career development. Furthermore, we will not tolerate
the use of discriminatory slurs, or other remarks, jokes or
conduct, that in the judgment of CHA, encourage or permit an
offensive or hostile work environment.
Keywords: Cambridge Health Alliance, Somerville , Ophthalmic Technician II, Professions , Somerville, Massachusetts
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