• Ophthalmic Technician - Retina Practice (World…

    FlexStaff (Garden City, NY)


    **Req Number** 169404

     

    We are seeking an experienced Ophthalmic Technician to join our external client, a renowned medical center in Garden City, NY. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in _retina practices._

    Requirements:

    * Minimum of five (5) years of experience as an Ophthalmic Technician in a retina practice (preferred).

    * Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) from a JCAHPO-accredited program is preferred, or actively working towards certification.

    Schedule:

    * Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    Responsibilities:

    * Conduct tests and measurements to assess eye function and assist Ophthalmologists in diagnosing and treating eye disorders and diseases.

    * Evaluate patients' far acuity, near acuity, peripheral vision, depth perception, and color perception.

    * Examine the eye using a slit lamp to identify abnormalities in the cornea and anterior/posterior chambers.

    * Administer drops for anesthesia, dilation, or medication of the eyes.

    * Measure intraocular pressure (glaucoma test).

    * Assess patients' field of vision (central and peripheral) for defects and record results accurately.

    * Measure the axial length of the eye using ultrasound equipment.

    * Perform additional tests and measurements as requested by the physician.

    *Additional Salary Detail

     

    The salary range and/or hourly rate listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future. When determining a team member's base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g. location, specialty, service line, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget, and internal equity).

     

    The salary range for this position is $30-$35/hour

     

    It is Northwell Health’s policy to provide equal employment opportunity and treat all applicants and employees equally regardless of age, race, creed/religion, color, national origin, immigration status, or citizenship status, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, sex/gender, gender identity, gender expression, height, weight, disability, pregnancy, genetic information or genetic predisposition or carrier status, marital or familial status, partnership status, victim of domestic violence, their or their dependent’s sexual or other reproductive health decisions, or other characteristics protected by applicable law.