Ophthalmic Technician Cover Letter

I submit this application to express my sincere interest in the ophthalmic technician position.

In the previous role, I was responsible for direct patient assessment, performing measurement required to evaluate the eye.

I reviewed the requirements of the job opening and I believe my candidacy is an excellent fit for this position. Some of the key requirements that I have extensive experience with include:

• Able to maintain confidentiality and follow all guidelines for documentation
• Organized, able to maintain and coordinate multiple items
• Familiarity with electronic equipment
• Certified Ophthalmic Assistant certification
• Bachelor of Science or other
• Prior optician experience preferred
• Prior contact experience preferred
• Patience and able to handle a fast paced environment

I would like to submit my application for the ophthalmic technician opening. Please accept this letter and the attached resume.

In my previous role, I was responsible for test area with parameters for sample testing and specify tests to be performed.

Please consider my experience and qualifications for this position:

• Knowledge of eye disease and systemic diseases that affect the eye
• Knowledge of ophthalmic equipment and its proper care and usage
• Knowledge of computers and excellent typing, oral and written communications skills
• Training from an accredited Ophthalmic Technician/Technologist site or successful completion of Ophthalmic Assistant course preferred
• High school diploma/GED, with appropriate training in this field
• Experience with clinical research is desirable
• Knowledge of Electronic Medical Records and medical terminology is desirable
• Knowledge of medical terminology and ophthalmic equipment

In response to your job posting for ophthalmic technician, I am including this letter and my resume for your review.

In the previous role, I was responsible for exceptional patient service• Stock and maintain exam and treatment rooms• Calibrate, clean and maintain equipment• Obtain complete medical history• Communicate delays to patients• Patient work up: Vision check, pupils, EOMS, Ancillary testing: Topography, Pentacom, Marco• Contact Lens insertion and removal• Contact Lens training• Orders for contacts and returns• Measure and polish contacts• Triage.

My experience is an excellent fit for the list of requirements in this job:

• Current Joint Commission on Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology (JCAHPO) certification as a COA, COT, or CMOT
• Current BLS certification by American Heart Association
• Knowledge of eye meds, use/care of instruments and sterile technique strongly preferred
• Glaucoma Specialty Practice experience strongly preferred
• Retina, Cataract, Cornea and Glaucoma Specialty Practice experience preferred
• Certified Retinal Angiographer preferred
• Knowledgeable and proficient in automated and manual ophthalmic testing
• Certification as an Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) from the Joint Commission on Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology

In response to your job posting for ophthalmic technician, I am including this letter and my resume for your review.

Previously, I was responsible for administrative support, including maintaining electronic medical records and answering phones.

Please consider my experience and qualifications for this position:

• Experience as an Ophthalmic Technician in Ophthalmology office or combination of related education and/or experience is preferred
• Completion of AAO Home Study Course is preferred
• Some experience as an Ophthalmic Technician, preferred
• Experience as an Ophthalmic Technician in an Ophthalmology office or combination of related education and/or experience preferred
• Joint Commission on Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology (JCAHPO) certification is preferred
• Ophthalmic Technician certification, preferred
• Certified as an Ophthalmic Technician
• Knowledge of eye anatomy and physiology

Please consider me for the ophthalmic technician opportunity. I am including my resume that lists my qualifications and experience.

In my previous role, I was responsible for support to third party vendors contracted with insurance companies to review medical records under the governmental risk adjustment assessments.

My experience is an excellent fit for the list of requirements in this job:

• Demonstrated accuracy and efficiency in positive patient identification when performing laboratory tests and transcribing laboratory results
• CRA certified through Ophthalmic Photographer Society
• Proficient on (as needed) Visx-Wavescan, Oculus-Pentacam, Cirrus HD OCT
• Able to perform (as needed) Basic Bscan imaging (esp in the absence of fellow or attending physician for triage purposes)
• Able to perform Ascan and Keratotomy (manual and Automated) to aid Physician in choosing the correction needed in cataract surgery
• IOL Master, Orb-scan, bright field acuity testing (BAT), potential acuity meter (PAM), autorefractor, corneal pachymetry, Humphrey visual field, Goldmann visual field, OCT, -and Lenstar
• Practice universal precautions
• Works as part of the technician team to improve clinical flow (rooming, ) Develop familiarity and confidence using CPT and ICD-10 codes