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Location:
Portland, OR 97239
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Employee Type:
Full-Time/Part-Time
Industry:
Healthcare - Health Services
Contact Information
Phone:
800-852-5678 Ext: 113
Description
Founded in 1963, Sterling Medical is one of the largest providers of healthcare services to government agencies, HMO's, hospitals, and clinics nationwide. Medical services provided by Sterling Medical have included direct patient care, academic training of residents, and advisory/consultative services.
The Locum Opthalmic Technician will perform ophthalmic functions. Prepares patients and performs as special surgical assistant in all types of ophthalmic surgery. Administers ophthalmic drops and ointments, applies ocular dressings, performs suture removal, and obtains eye cultures. Performs general ophthalmic procedures in preparing preoperative and postoperative patients. Takes ophthalmic photographs and prepares inject able ophthalmic anesthetics and antibiotics.
Requirements
The Locum Opthalmic Technician must have six (6) months or greater of experience. Certified Ophthalmology Techician is preferred.
Knowledge of ocular anatomy; ophthalmic medications; visual physiology, optics; use and maintenance of ophthalmic instruments and testing equipment; ophthalmic and medical regulations; medical terminology; optometric technology; asepsis; ocular referrals and emergency medical treatment; patient transportation; medical ethics; medical administration; and medical service organization and function. Additionally, knowledge of surgical instruments and equipment, ophthalmic injectable medications, anesthetic solutions, and ocular disorders.
Only qualified candidates will be considered for this position.
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