Ophthalmic Technician

Ophthalmic Technician

Full-Time 67500 - 82500 $ / year (est.) On-site
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At a Glance

  • Tasks: Assist surgeons in eye procedures and provide patient support and advice.
  • Company: EyeHub, a leading ophthalmology clinic on the Sunshine Coast.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary, full-time hours, and a chance to work with advanced technology.
  • Other info: Dynamic work environment with opportunities for personal and professional growth.
  • Why this job: Join a passionate team and make a real difference in patients' lives.
  • Qualifications: Diploma or higher in relevant field and two years of experience required.

The predicted salary is between 67500 - 82500 $ per year.

EyeHub Pty Ltd is seeking an Ophthalmic Technician to provide technical assistance to the surgeon during procedures and support and advise patients.

Tasks & Responsibilities:

  • Assist the surgeon with clinical examination of eyes, including patient eye pressures, visual acuity, corneal topography and refraction.
  • Pre-Cataract Assessment including calculating IOL Power and ordering of lenses.
  • Preoperative Pentacam.
  • Assist the surgeon in refractive surgical procedures including PRESBYOND, SMILE, LASIK and PRK.
  • Evaluate Strabismus / Squints.
  • Act as patient screener/advisor, providing guidance about the different types of refractive surgery available.

Essential Requirements:

  • Proficient in the programming, operation and ongoing management of Zeiss Visumax platform and MEL90 Excimer laser.
  • Fully conversant with Pachymetry and Perimetry (HUMPHERY) perimeters.
  • Function in a highly organized and time-efficient manner at all times.
  • Ability to problem solve in a surgical setting, meeting surgery timelines and carrying out required tasks.
  • Assist the Surgeon to create, define, refine and manage Refractive protocols, procedures and workflows.
  • Ensure all specialist medical services are delivered in a smooth and efficient manner.

Qualification & Experience:

  • Relevant qualification at the level of a diploma or higher.
  • Minimum two years’ experience required.
  • Experience with cloud-based patient management/practice management software or similar medical practice software.
  • A well-developed knowledge base of Private billing for consultations and surgical procedures.
  • Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office.
  • Demonstrated outstanding customer service and people skills.
  • Ability to relate well to patients and communicate with health care professionals/external health facilities as needed.
  • Demonstrate a high level of motivation and operate in cooperation with a surgical team with attention to detail.
  • Ability to multi-task within a fast-paced working environment.
  • High degree of patient administration.
  • Ability to take direction and work unsupervised under own initiative.

About Company:

Here at Eyehub, an ophthalmology clinic in Buderim on the Sunshine Coast, we strive to deliver personalised and unparalleled eye care. Eyehub's experienced ophthalmologist, Dr Sonia Moorthy, utilises the latest technology advancements in ophthalmic research to provide her patients with the best possible care.

Work Type: Full time

Salary: $90,000 - $95,000

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Contact Details:

Sociable Tech Pty Ltd Recruitment Team

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