Nashville General Hospital is hiring anOphthalmic Techfor afull-time technologist!
The Ophthalmic Tech delivers care for patients with ophthalmic conditions or needs across their life span, and assesses and documents the effects of care. Under the supervision of the ophthalmologist and clinic manager, performs both basic and advanced ophthalmic exam techniques. This includes specialized testing. Responsible for teaching and instruction to other clinic staff, medical students and residents. Provides general clinical support functions. Works cooperatively with ancillary, nursing, medical and other patient-team personnel to maintain standards for practice.This is a Monday-Friday position working 8:00am-4:30pm.
As an Ophthalmic Tech,you will:
Ask and record patients symptoms and rely information to doctor
Perform preliminary exams and tests on patients eyes
Clean and maintain ophthalmic equipment
Support the ophthalmologist during eye surgeries and procedures
Administer medication and topical treatments to patients eyes
Instructing patients on care and usage of corrective lenses
Required Skills & Qualifications:
High School Diploma or Equivalent
Completion of an accredited training program for Ophthalmic Tech Preferred
Certified Ophthalmic Tech or Certified Ophthalmic Assistant Preferred
BLS Certification Required
At least 1 year experience as an ophthalmic technician preferred
About Nashville General Hospital
Nashville General Hospital (NGH) is Nashville’s original community-based hospital. Joint Commission accredited, NGH readily accommodates a wide range of needs from emergency services and acute care to ancillary and ambulatory services. NGH continues to maintain its strong commitment to the healthcare needs of Nashville and Davidson County underserved, while also providing care to all segments of the community
Our benefits include:
Benefits begin on the first day of the month after one full calendar month of employment
Programs to reduce share of deductible and total out-of-pocket expenses
Metro Health Incentive Program - Access to high quality healthcare without incurring out-of-pocket expenses
Short and Long-Term Disability - up to 60% of eligible weekly pay
Life Insurance -Metro provides you with basic life and AD&D coverage equal to $50,000 ($32,500 if you are age 65 or older), at no cost to you.
Retirement Plan - eligible up to IRS max limits and includes company contribution
Shift and Weekend Differential Pay Offered on Nights and Weekends
Tuition Reimbursement for employee and dependents
12 paid holidays - any holiday worked is another holiday banked
Flexible Spending Accounts
Free Parking for all employees
We are an E-Verify employer.
For more information, please click on the following links: E-Verify Participation Poster: English | Spanish E-Verify Right to Work Poster: English | Spanish
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