Diagnostic Technician II FT

Description LOCATION: 2855 Gramercy St. Houston, TX 77025 Position Summary Contributes to the organization by performing diagnostic tests as ordered by an Ophthalmologist. The Diagnostic Technician works with the Diagnostics team to provide services to a wide arrange of patients and their Physicians. Essential Duties & Responsibilities Performs a variety of technical procedures that require knowledge and good patient care, to include: Advanced Fundus Photography for Study Certification Fluorescein Angiography Venipuncture Slit Lamp Photography Immersion A-Scans B-Scan examination Advanced IOL Calculations PDT Injections/Assist Doctor with Laser Assumes responsibility with team for the overall cleanliness of diagnostic rooms Advises Director of any problems with equipment Complies with HIPPA regulations Responsible for continuing education and professional development All other duties as assigned PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENT Requires corrected hearing and vision to within functional ranges. Requires frequent bending, reaching, squatting, kneeling, moving, lifting of patients and/or equipment up to 50 pounds and sufficient manual dexterity to operate therapeutic equipment. Must be able to stand for long periods of time. Must be able to handle behavioral issues of patients and visitors while under highly stressful and volatile situations. Work is performed in an outpatient clinic environment. Work may be stressful at times. Classified as having occupational exposure to Bloodborne Pathogens. Exposure to communicable disease Supervisory Responsibilities This position has no direct reports We Proudly Offer Continuing Education including JCAHPO & ABOCHolidays & Paid Time OffBereavement LeaveSuperior Benefits Package:MedicalDental401(K)Free Life Insurance & LTDEye Care Benefits & Optical Discounts Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/H/V Qualifications COMPETENCIES EDUCATION High School Diploma. CERTIFICATIONS & LICENSES Basic Life Support (BLS). If not BLS certified at time of employment, must be obtained within 6 months of hire date. EXPERIENCE 3-5 years of work experience, 2+ years of ophthalmic testing experience.