Ophthalmology Technician

U.S. Got People is searching for a dedicated individual to join our team of Ophthalmology Technician at Scott AFB, IL.

Benefits for Ophthalmology Technician

• In addition to base pay, we provide a health benefit stipend to assist with the cost of healthcare benefits!
• Individual health plans and more available through USGP: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), and Life Insurance!
• We provide sick and paid-time off!
• Great location near Jacksonville with plenty of recreational activities and sightseeing nearby!

Qualifications of Ophthalmology Technician

• Degree: Certificate.
• Education: Complete an ophthalmology technician or an optometric technician course
• Certification: Possess and maintain current certification as a Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) or Certified Ophthalmic Technician (COT)or Certified Ophthalmic Medical Technologist (COMT) by the Joint Commission on Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology or a completed a formal ophthalmic training program of the United Stated Armed Forces.
• Experience: One year of experience as an Ophthalmic Technician/Technologist after graduation.

Job duties may include but are not limited to:

• Provide a wide variety of duties to assist the optometrist/ophthalmologist as appropriate to the level of certification (i.e., COA, COT, or COMT).
• Obtain patient histories, perform prescription verification, and maintain patient records.
• Assist in testing patient vision. Test far and near acuity, peripheral vision, depth perception, and color perception.
• Examine the eye, using slit lamp, for abnormalities of cornea, and anterior and posterior chambers.
• Apply drops to anesthetize, dilate, or medicate eyes.
• Measure intraocular pressure of eyes (glaucoma test).
• Test field of vision, including central and peripheral vision, for defects, and chart test results on graph paper.
• Measure axial length of eye, using ultrasound equipment.
• Instruct patients concerning eye care and contact lens handling.

At USGP, we are invested in the growth and support of the veterans, and their families, that we serve. In order to provide our best to the community, we are committed to nurturing and evolving our ever-growing diverse network of dedicated professionals and ensuring that our employees are valued for their efforts and able to grow as an individual and achieve their career goals. This is a great opportunity for a team player who is passionate about service and wants to grow their career through the unique knowledge gained by working at a federal facility.

We look forward to receiving your resume!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Medical specialties:

• Ophthalmology

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Scott AFB, IL: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Ophthalmology: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

• Certification as a COT, COMT or COA (Required)

Work Location: In person