Assistant Ophthalmic Technician Job Description
The following is a full job description for Assistant Ophthalmic Technician. Here are the requirements and responsibilities for Assistant Ophthalmic Technician along with statistics. If after reading this page you determine that Assistant Ophthalmic Technician is not the position you are looking for, you may want to try one of these similar titles: Ophthalmic Technician, Pathology Assistant, Laboratory Assistant II, Laboratory Assistant I, Laboratory Assistant III, Laboratory Assistant IV, Physician Assistant - Orthopedics, Animal Technician, Physician Assistant - Specialty
Requirements and Responsibilities For Assistant Ophthalmic Technician
Assists with providing technical services to patients and assists ophthalmologists or optometrists in the examination and treatment of eye disorders. Takes patient history and conducts visual acuity screenings. Prepares patients for exams and procedures. Takes measurements and documents exam results. Operates, maintains, and sanitizes ophthalmic equipment and instruments. May dispense contact lenses. Requires a high school diploma. May require Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA). Typically reports to a manager. Years of experience may be unspecified. Certification and/or licensing in the position's specialty is the main requirement.
 
Also referred to as: Assistant Ophthalmic Technician/Scribe
Similar Jobs:  Ophthalmic Technician, Pathology Assistant, Laboratory Assistant II, Laboratory Assistant I, Laboratory Assistant III, Laboratory Assistant IV, Physician Assistant - Orthopedics, Animal Technician, Physician Assistant - Specialty
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Industries:  Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit, Healthcare
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