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The professional Ophthalmology Tech specializes in surgical assisting, imaging, biometry, and ultrasound. The knowledge, skills, and interpersonal behaviors required of Ophthalmic Tech include the following core competencies:

• Patient care

• Medical knowledge

• Professionalism, interpersonal and communication skills

• Technical and scientific skills

• Community and health services

Serves as eye health care professional working under the supervision of a physician who is qualified/licensed to practice medicine and surgery specializing in ophthalmology.

Assists in the diagnostic evaluation, treatment and management, and care of patients with deficiencies and abnormalities that affect vision and the visual system.

Assisting in the performance of clinical and diagnostic activities which may include but is not limited to:

1. Obtaining and documenting patient histories

2. Maintaining and repairing equipment and instruments

3. Determining visual acuity including: pupillary assessment and, visual acuity assessment

4. Performing tests, evaluations, and assisting with surgical procedures.

Assisting in the performance of ophthalmic surgical activities may include but is not limited to:

1. Pre-operative preparation of the patient

2. Preparation of surgical instruments and equipment

3. Proper aseptic technique

4. Induction of ophthalmic anesthesia

5. Surgical procedures

6. Surgical complications

7. Ophthalmic surgical pharmacology

8. Minor surgical and therapeutic procedures

9. Post-operative education

This position requires a minimum of a High School Diploma and at least two years of related work experience. Certification is preferred.