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Salary: $1722 / Week

Job Overview:

Certified Ophthalmic Technicians provide patient care, diagnostic testing, and surgical assistance in ophthalmology clinics, ensuring compliance with medical protocols and regulations.

Key Responsibilities:

+ Perform diagnostic tests (retinoscopy, refractometry, visual fields, color vision tests, keratometry, slitlamp exams, etc.).

+ Conduct specialized clinics for diabetic retinopathy and Plaquenil screening, including patient education and follow-up.

+ Assist in minor surgeries and contact lens fittings.

+ Manage clinic operations, including ordering supplies, maintaining equipment, and organizing workflow with medical staff.

+ Educate patients on ophthalmic conditions and treatments.

+ Provide pre-op and post-op patient support, including intraocular lens measurements and follow-ups.

+ Support front desk operations, booking appointments, and administrative tasks.

Qualifications:

+ Experience: Minimum 2 years of Certified Ophthalmic Technician experience.

+ Education: High school diploma or equivalent.

+ Certification: Certified Ophthalmic Technician (COT®) from The Joint Commission on Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology (IJCAHPO).

+ Additional Requirements: Continuing education to maintain certification.

+ Preferred Skills: Ability to perform A-scans, and Certified Retinal Angiography.

Benefits

At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:

+ Competitive pay & weekly paychecks

+ Health, dental, vision, and life insurance

+ 401(k) savings plan

+ Awards and recognition programs

*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.

About Amergis

Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.

Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.