Pacific Eye

It's essential to receive annual eye exams to make sure that your eyes are healthy. Some eye conditions, including glaucoma and AMD, are more easily treated if diagnosed early enough. If you haven't already, take part in an eye exam with Pacific Eye!

After cataract surgery, you should avoid strenuous activity, activities that stress the eyes, and exposure to dust or water. Be sure to contact us with any questions or concerns regarding the recovery process! http://www.paceyemd.com/

It’s #tiptuesday! Here are some tips for maintaining the best eye health when using makeup: *Only use cosmetics that are meant for around your eyes *Throw away makeup after 3 months and get new product *if you develop pink eye throw ALL of your eye makeup away and discontinue use of makeup until pink eye has resolved. Call your Ophthalmologist/Optometrist as soon as possible if you are experiencing symptoms of pink eye... *Never share eye makeup * Remove all eye makeup at night before sleeping See more

More than 3 million people in the United States are affected by glaucoma, which is one of the leading causes of vision loss. The team at Pacific Eye has years of experience managing this degenerative disease. Call 8052696051 to schedule an appointment.

If you suffer from dry eye and have been wanting to get refractive surgery, PRK may be the better option for you! This is because other types of refractive surgery such as LASIK are not recommended for those that have dry eye. To learn more, call 8052696051!

Prevention is the most important element when it comes to your child's eye health. Ensure that you bring them in for regular eye exams and pick up on any signs that they may have trouble with their vision. Learn more here: http://www.paceyemd.com/

There are two different types of macular degeneration, dry AMD and wet AMD. Dry AMD is more common than wet AMD. Visit our website to learn more and see how Pacific Eye can help! http://www.paceyemd.com/

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It's #tiptuesday! Common eyelid twitches are harmless and usually an annoyance for most. They can last for a minute, hours, days, or even longer and have many different causes, the most common being stress. If you are experiencing a longer and more common eyelid twitch here are some tips that can help to stop and possibly prevent them from happening: *Extra Sleep: Tiredness associated with lack of sleep can cause your eyelids to twitch. Try to get some extra sleep whenever yo...u can. *De-stress: Stress is one of the most common reason your eyelid is twitching. Find stress-reducing activities that helps yourself de-stress. *Decrease caffeine intake: Caffeine can cause eyelid twitching due to being a stimulant. If you are experiencing an eyelid twitch, try decreasing your caffeine intake. *Relieve dry eyes: Occasionally, having irritated or dry eyes can lead to your eyelid(s) twitching. Use OTC artificial tears if your symptoms are acute. If you experience ongoing eyelid twitching and uncomfortable dry eyes make and appointment here at our office! See more

It’s #tiptuesday! Are your glasses fogging up while wearing a face mask? This is a big nuisance for people who wear eye glasses and a mask due to COVID-19. We offer free LASIK consultations here at Pacific Eye, so be sure to give our office a call to schedule your consultation. You’ll never have to worry about your glasses fogging up again! In the meantime, here are some tips: * Fit your mask to your face: when putting on your mask make sure to pinch the top of the mask to fit the shape of your nose. If your mask allows it, tighten the sides * Wipe your lenses before wearing them: using an anti-fogging solution may help or gently washing with soap and water! * Rest your glasses over your face mask: this will block air from escaping and prevent fogging!

Purpose: The Call Center Representative is responsible for answering incoming calls for all of the Pacific Eye offices, scheduling and rescheduling of appointments when needed, having basic understanding of insurance plans, taking very detailed messages for the technicians or physicians and other duties as assigned.... Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent, Two (2) years of customer service experience, A year of telephone-driven customer service experience ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Demonstrated ability to communicate well with people, both internally and externally utilizing both written and verbal means, Exceptional skills in keyboard and operating computer systems. Must type a minimum of 45 words per minute, Ability to work in structured environment with a diverse workforce, Utilize strong organizational and time management skills, Empathetic with patients’ needs and concerns, Attention to detail while demonstrating multi-tasking skills, Ability to make quick, accurate and appropriate decisions, Must be able to utilize computer to navigate through multiple systems to input and retrieve information. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 1. Telephone Operations: Answer all incoming telephone calls, Triage of calls which can include transfers to the appropriate department or taking a detailed message, Identify emergency calls and schedule appropriately, Make appropriate follow-up to patients, Handle messages received from the answering service in the morning, Log in and out of the phone system accordingly, Confirm all appointments using Relatient or outbound calls, Outreach for recall patients. 2. Scheduling: Schedule appointments for all types of visits, excluding surgical, Prepare patients for their visit, which includes identifying appointment type, insurance type, and office location with directions, doctor name, date and time of scheduled appointment, Send appointment card and new patient paperwork for upcoming appointments, Re-schedule patients when directed by the physicians or management. 3. Training & Development: Attends and participates in development programs, Participates in the training of other employees as needed, Set goals and objectives for professional growth. 4. Fax Distribution: Distribute incoming faxes to appropriate departments/individuals. 5. Professional Image: Exhibits professional demeanor at all times while representing the practice, Maintains a positive work environment for all team members. 6. Customer Service: Support the mission statement to develop, enhance, and promote quality customer service through team efforts, Exhibit flexibility, sensitivity, and respect while maintaining a working relationship with all team members. Visit: https://www.paceyemd.com/contents/careers for more information on this position. Please send a resume to [email protected] Pacific Eye is an equal opportunity employer.

We will be open for regular business hours while following all CDC guidelines and protocols. Stay up to date on your eye exams and call to schedule an appointment today! Your eye health is important, call 805-545-8100 or visit pacificeyemd.com to schedule.

While dry eye can hit at any time of year, cold winter air and dry indoor heating often make symptoms worse. Read our latest blog post to learn how to protect the eyes this winter! https://www.paceyemd.com//how-to-beat-your-winter-dry-eye/

Make sure you stay informed about the need for Diabetic Eye Care! Annual eye exams are extremely important in detecting diabetic eye disease. Call one of our offices to schedule an appointment today!

As part of National Diabetic Eye Disease Month, we'd like to recognize that diabetic retinopathy is known as one of the most common and impairing conditions associated with diabetes. Make sure to take preventative steps to protect your eye health!

Enjoy this spooooky season with your loved ones, and remember to stay safe! Happy Halloween from your friends at Pacific Eye!

Our team is getting in the Halloween spirit! Happy Halloween (eve)

Be safe this Halloween! According to the American Academy of Ophthalmology, October is Halloween eye care safety month. If you (or someone you know) are participating in Halloween festivities and are using store bought colored contacts for a costume, be informed of the possible dangers if they are not used correctly. Read this article for more information on Costume Contact Lenses https://www.aao.org/eye-hea/glasses-contacts/colored-lenses

Among adults, the risk of severe illness from COVID-19 increases with age. Everyone can take steps to reduce their risk of getting sick. Learn more on the CDC website: https://www.cdc.gov//need-extra-precauti/older-adults.html

Children's eyes change as they grow, which is why regular eye health exams are essential! Read Pacific Eye's latest blog post to learn more! https://www.paceyemd.com//get-your-child-started-with-ro/

Poor vision can hold a child back from performing to the best of their ability, academically, and athletically. To prevent this from happening, make sure to bring your child in for an annual eye exam with Pacific Eye!

Our team at Pacific Eye can treat meibomian gland dysfunction with an advanced device called LipiFlow, which restores normal gland function with one treatment. Get started by visiting our website! http://www.paceyemd.com/

Ophthalmic Technician: San Luis Obispo Provide chair side assistance and administer treatment ordered by the doctor. Prepare exam rooms, escort patients to the room, and prepare the patient for the doctor. Perform an extensive number of data collection functions as delegated by the physician to allow for the proper diagnosis of patients’ condition. Demonstrate professional ophthalmic assistant skills. Qualifications: High school diploma. Minimum of one year of previous ophtha...Continue reading