Full Description

EyeCare Partners is the nation’s leading provider of clinically integrated eye care. Our national network of over 300 ophthalmologists and 700 optometrists provides a lifetime of care to our patients with a mission to enhance vision, advance eye care and improve lives. Based in St. Louis, Missouri, over 650 ECP-affiliated practice locations provide care in 18 states and 80 markets, providing services that span the eye care continuum. For more information, visit www.eyecare-partners.com.

Company: Cincinnati Eye Institute

Job Title: Anterior Segment Testing Technician

Department: Ophthalmology

Reports To: Clinic Manager

Location: Blue Ash, Ohio

Summary

This position specializes in performing a variety of anterior segment testing. While total patient care is the main objective, this position focuses on the testing component of patient care.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

Main testing lane responsibilities

Perform biometry testing and evaluate results Perform and evaluate keratometry Perform and evaluate A-scans; contact and immersion Manual white to white Determine dominate eye Perform auto refraction and auto keratometry Perform corneal topography Perform pachymetry Estimate anterior chamber depth Perform ECC photography Perform post-refractive surgery patient work up Perform UBMs

Additional Testing Lane Responsibilities

Evaluating and calculating for IOL power Calculations for IOL power for abnormal/challenging conditions (e.g. micro ophthalmia, sublexed lens, silicone filled eye) Evaluating and calculating for Toric IOLOptimization of A-constants

General Medical: Includes understanding of CPR, basic anatomy and physiology, systemic disease, ocular disease and ocular emergencies. This position is responsible for daily communication with patients, fellow technicians, and physicians. May provide training assistance or may perform general technician duties. Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Demonstrates quality patient service during interactions with patients, coworkers, and vendors

Exhibits a positive attitude and is flexible in accepting work assignments and priorities Meets attendance and tardiness expectations Is dependable; follows policies and procedures Maintains professionalism in interactions with patients and coworkers Performs quality work and consistently exhibits initiative

Education And/Or Experience

High school diploma or GED equivalent required. Associates degree or equivalent from two-year college or technical school preferred. Previous specialized testing experience preferred.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) certification required. Certified Ophthalmic Technician (COT) certification preferred.

SYSTEMS AND TECHNOLOGY

Regularly uses Ophthalmic equipment/devices per sub-specialty requirement such as keratometer; phoropter; visual acuity measuring/B-VAT; ultrasound unit; specular microscopy unit; corneal topography unit; retinoscope; slit lamp microscope. Other equipment may be used as needed. Telephone, computer, fax, printer and copier.

Physical Requirements

This role requires a variety of physical activities to effectively perform essential job functions. The position involves frequent walking (75%), sitting (50%), and standing (50%), with regular bending, stooping, and reaching (25–50%). Employees must be able to lift, carry, push, and pull items up to 25 lbs. Strong fine motor skills and full use of hands are essential, as the role demands constant grasping, writing/typing, and use of technology. Visual and auditory acuity—including color, depth, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus—is required 100% of the time. Occasional driving or climbing may also be necessary.

If you need assistance with this application, please contact (636) 227-2600. Please do not contact the office directly – only resumes submitted through this website will be considered.

EyeCare Partners is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.