Certified Ophthalmic Technician

Job Summary

Are you passionate about eye health and dedicated to delivering exceptional patient care in a team environment? If so, we are looking for you to join our team as a Certified Ophthalmic Technician (COT). We value reliability, excellent patient service, and a team-player mentality.

The ideal candidate is self-motivated, organized, independent yet collaborative, with a caring nature and excellent rapport-building skills. High productivity, a keenness to learn, and a drive to succeed are key.

Our Certified Ophthalmic Technicians specialize in retina care and are an essential member of our retina specialist practice group. In this role, you will provide invaluable support to our retina specialists and contribute to the diagnosis and treatment of various retinal conditions. Your expertise in ophthalmic care will be instrumental in maintaining the efficiency and excellence of our specialized practice.

Key Responsibilities

• Patient Assessment: Conduct comprehensive eye examinations, including specialized assessments of retinal health, visual acuity, and retinal imaging.
• Diagnostic Testing: Perform advanced ophthalmic tests tailored to retinal conditions, such as fluorescein angiography, optical coherence tomography (OCT), and fundus photography.
• Instrumentation: Operate and maintain state-of-the-art retinal diagnostic equipment, ensuring its proper functioning for accurate evaluations.
• Medication Administration: Administer retinal medications and injections as directed by the retina specialist, ensuring precision and patient comfort.
• Patient Education: Educate patients about retinal health, treatment options, and post-operative care, ensuring their understanding and compliance.
• Sterilization and Infection Control: Maintain strict adherence to sterilization protocols and infection control measures to uphold a sterile and safe clinical environment.
• Documentation: Keep meticulous records of retinal examinations, test results, treatment plans, and billing information in compliance with our specialized practice's standards.
• Procedure Support: Assist retina specialists during various retinal procedures, including retinal surgeries, laser treatments, and intravitreal injections.
• Communication: Foster effective communication with patients, retina specialists, and the healthcare team to facilitate the seamless delivery of specialized retinal care.
• Continuing Education: Stay abreast of the latest developments in retinal care, technology, and treatment modalities through ongoing education and training opportunities.

Qualifications

• Certification as an Ophthalmic Technician (COT, COMT) through a recognized credentialing body, such as the Joint Commission on Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology (JCAHPO).

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``` - Profound knowledge of retinal diagnostic techniques, equipment, and terminology. - Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, demonstrating empathy and compassion in patient interactions. - Keen attention to detail and the ability to excel in a fast-paced, specialized clinical setting. - Expertise in infection control and safety protocols. - Dedication to providing exemplary patient care, particularly in the field of retinal health.

Equivalent combinations of education, credentials, and experience may be considered on a case-by-case basis.

Benefits

We are proud to offer a highly competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and extensive opportunities for continuing education, certifications, and career advancement.

About Our Practice

Retina Associates is a group of highly trained professional retinal specialists who have served their patients for over 30 years. We are proud members of the regional eye care community, catering to the needs of residents of Winchester, Virginia, and the surrounding areas including northwest Virginia, Frederick, Clarke, Page, Warren, Sh nandoah, and Rockingham counties, eastern West Virginia, and central and western Maryland.

We specialize in treating retinal diseases such as macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, vein occlusions, macular holes, and retinal detachments. Our doctors are all board-certified members of the American Academy of Ophthalmology and the American Society of Retina Specialists.

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We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in our workplace and are an equal opportunity employer. Please contact us today with your application or inquiries.

Retina Associates

recruiting@retinava.com

+1 540 722 3500

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