Job Description
Description
Summary:
The Ophthalmology Technician will provide ophthalmic technical assistance to the Optometrist as they see patients, provide screening and testing as necessary. The Ophthalmic Technician I will be obtaining skills in patient care and preparing patients for examination as they assist in providing treatment to the eyes.
Essential Functions:
Cleaning and/or sterilizing equipment and instruments.
Performing, documenting, and obtaining lensmeter results, vision tests, visual fields, contact lens measurement, pre-surgical test results, and learning the refraction process.
Assisting with coordination of care
Patient education on medication, disease processes, contact lens, etc.
Obtain, verify and update patient information utilizing EMR systems (Histories, medications, etc.).
Order contact lenses as instructed by Physician.
Communicates patient feedback to the Ophthalmic Tech II or III’s and/or Physician.
Maintains a clean and professional work environment.
General Job Functions:
Demonstrates working knowledge of chart entry.
Demonstrates understanding of medication reconciliation
Demonstrates procedure for handling clinic and patient correspondence.
Coordinates hospital and ambulatory admission for surgery and special procedures
Coordinates and arranges specialty equipment/services as needed
Communicates and provides information to patient consistent with age, culture, spiritual and developmental needs
Maintains a professional attitude and communicate appropriately with physician, manager, supervisor and other staff members
Appropriately communicate any problems/concerns to the supervisor or manager
Establish and maintain a positive working relationship with physicians and staff
Other duties as assigned.
Education and/or Experience:
High School Graduate/GED or Equivalent required.
Experience in a medical office setting preferred.
Ability to communicate in English, both orally and in writing
Knowledge of visions procedures, sterilization processes, and vision equipment/instruments preferred
Prior experience with Ophthalmology equipment/instruments preferred.
Standard Office Equipment (Phone, Fax, Copy Machine, Scanner, Email/Voice Mail).
Standard Office Technology in a Window based environment.
EHR, Practice Management System and Departmental/Ancillary Systems preferred.
COA certification and experience preferred.
Pay Range: $22.50 - $33.50 Hourly
The provided compensation range is based on industry standards and salary determinations will be made based on numerous factors including but not limited to years of experience and location of position.
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