Ophthalmic Technician Trainer | Bemidji Eye Services

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Facility: Bemidji 1611 Clinic

Location: Bemidji, MN

Address: 1611 Anne St NW, Bemidji, MN 56601, USA

Shift: 8 Hours - Day Shifts

Job Schedule: Full time

Weekly Hours: 40.00

Salary Range: $21.50 - $34.50

Job Summary

Teaching and training all ophthalmic and optometric assistants and technicians to perform preliminary screening examinations and tests to facilitate diagnosis and treatment by the provider. Possess and perform skills in ophthalmic testing as part of medical/surgical evaluation by physician. Create and maintain training and education for ophthalmic personnel.

Qualifications

Must be a graduate of an accredited ophthalmic assistant or optometric assistant program or equivalent experience and maintain appropriate certification. Extensive knowledge in ophthalmic pharmacology, refractometry, and general patient care required.

Must demonstrate the ability to perform advanced ophthalmic testing and procedures at a skilled level. Basic Life Support Certification required.

Must have demonstrated knowledge and precise performance of assistant/technician clinical skills. Must have strong teaching/training communication and skills.

Must maintain necessary JCAHPO requirements for Certified Ophthalmic Assistant re-certification or American Optometric Association's requirements for Certified Paraoptometric re-certification.

Benefits

Sanford Health offers an attractive benefits package for qualifying full-time and part-time employees. Depending on eligibility, a variety of benefits include health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, work/life balance benefits, and a generous time off package to maintain a healthy home-work balance. For more information about Total Rewards, visit https://sanfordcareers.com/benefits .

Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-877-673-0854 or send an email to talent@sanfordhealth.org .

Sanford Health has a Drug Free Workplace Policy. An accepted offer will require a drug screen and pre-employment background screening as a condition of employment.

Req Number: R-0186161

Job Function: Allied Health

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