Ophthalmic Technician

This position is oftern the first ‘technical’ person the patient encounters in the clinic where the primary duty is to gather information and counsel the patient. You will provide quality care to patients in preparation for consultation with the Ophthalmologists and further treatment if required. You will be responsible for all aspects of the ‘work-up’ as well as preparation and quoting for surgery. This involves comprehensive visual testing to ensure care is suitable, appropriate and best practice.

Benefits

Monday to Friday Roster, with no split shifts or weekend or public holiday work

Annual subsidized conference, includes flights and accommodation

Flexable RDO on a fortnightly basis

Task & Responsibilities

Position Activities Include

Perform, record and report on patient’s history, signs &symptoms as well as patient’s perception of the problem.
Perform & record all visual testing – visual acuity, objective refractions, keratometry, subjective refractions IOP measurements & pupil examinations.
Manage the flow of the doctor’s rooms as an integral part of the role.
Ensure patient flow is adequate to keep doctor consultations optimal, and on time.
Fast track emergency, surgical & minor operations.
Conduct pre-operative counselling and surgical bookings.
Carry out administration duties as detailed in manual.
Participate in training and further education when required.
Collate and organize surgical patient lists.
Biometric calculations and coordination of lens selection.

Qualification & Experience

An undergraduate qualification in a related field is required, a undergraduate qualification in Orthoptics or a highly skilled Optometrist would be highly advantageous.

At least 2 years' experience in a related field is favorable

About Company

Cairns Eye and Laser Centre is a wholly comprehensive, leading edge Ophthalmology practice In Far North Tropical Queensland

We specialize in all forms of Cataract Surgery from the simple to the complex, the surgical and medical management of Glaucoma, Pterygium surgery, Intravitreal injections for Age Related Macula Degeneration, Diabetic Retinopathy and Retinal Vein Occlusions, and other Retinal and Anterior Segment Laser procedures, Eyelid tumors, Reconstructive and Oculoplastic procedures, Lacrimal surgery and the management of Eye Emergencies and Trauma.

Both intraocular injections and extraocular surgery can be performed on site in our modern, advanced minor operating theatres.

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