Job Description
*POSITION SUMMARY*
We are a fast paced, growing Retina Practice looking a person who can work with a diverse group of individuals. The ophthalmic technician works directly in patient care and with physicians. They must have strong critical thinking and problem solving skills, be highly motivated, dependable and have an ability to work under pressure in a fast paced environment, this candidate must be able to travel to local satellite locations. Compensation based on experience, and medical experience is a plus.
*ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS*
Assist physician as indicated below:
Screening patients
Perform OCT within six (6) months
Perform FA within twelve (12) to fifteen (15) months
Effectively communicates and explains procedures to patients
Prepare for procedures and documentation
Complete patient paper work (forms, insurance, letters, etc.)
Assessing charts for completion and compliance before filing
Acquire certifications necessary for Medicare compliance
Practices with ethical and legal guidelines
Accept direction from supervisor and adheres to established routines
Must be able to travel
Maintain travel equipment
Maintain patient confidentiality
Return patient phone calls
Refer situations beyond ability to proper person
Maintain exam rooms (cleaning, stocking)
Assists with housekeeping of clinic
Fill in wherever needed
Team player and participates with others to accomplish tasks
Makes a positive contribution to morale
Seek educational opportunities and accepts responsibility for own professional growth and development
After hours emergency call phone
Scribing
Other duties as assigned
*REQUIRED SKILLS*
Demonstrates tact and understanding when dealing with patients, team members, members of other disciplines, and the public
Ability to work independently and have strong organizational and time management skills
Strong critical thinking and problem solving skills
Ability to work under pressure
Must possess honesty, integrity, and accountability
Dependable
Exercises safe judgment in decision making
*WORK ENVIRONMENT *
The Ophthalmic Tech will work primarily in a clinic setting. Travel required (see TRAVEL).
*PHYSICAL DEMANDS*
Must be able to move intermittently throughout the workday. Must be able to speak and write the English language in an understandable manner. Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. Must be able to lift patients with assistance (occasionally)
*TRAVEL*
Travel required to satellite locations and possible outside trainings.
*DIRECT REPORTS*
None
*REQUIRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE*
High school diploma or GED
Bilingual is strongly preferred
*PREFERRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE*
For someone who has experience in the medical field, preferably in ophthalmology or optometry
*CERTIFICATIONS *
MA preferred
Phlebotomy preferred
COA preferred
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
* 401(k)
* Dental insurance
* Health insurance
* Paid time off
* Vision insurance
Medical Specialty:
* Ophthalmology
Schedule:
* 8 hour shift
* Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Job Tags
Full time, Local area, Shift work, Monday to Friday,