Ophthalmic Technician

OPHTHALMIC TECHNICIAN JOB DESCRIPTION POSITION: Eye Care Technician – COA and non-certified DEPARTMENT: Clinic REPORTS TO: Site Supervisor/ Clinical Operations Manager Job Summary: To perform necessary measurements and collect data from patients to assist doctor in medical visits. Education and Experience: High school diploma or equivalent. Previous medical assisting experience helpful, but not required. Customer service skills Preferred but not required OSC/COA certification Ophthalmology/Optometry/Optical experience EPIC experience Essential Skills: Exceptional communication skills Excellent computer skills, with speed and accuracy, while simultaneously working with patients. Ability to follow oral and written instruction Ability to keep information confidential and follow all HIPAA laws. Well-organized with strong attention to detail. Ability to empathize with geriatric, disabled people and patients of all ages. Good problem solving and analytical skills. Ability to work as a team member Ability to perform duties at both standing and seated positions for periods of time Ability to occasionally ascend or descend stairs. Ability and willingness to drive to all Valley Eye locations and/or area surgery centers. The ability to multi-task in a fast paces environment. Participation in safe patient transfers is required. Promote companies mission and values at all times. RESPONSIBILITIES: Inform patients of the purpose of all tests being performed and how they will be affected during the process. Obtain patient history, medical background and family history Enter all pertinent information accurately and efficiently into the EMR. Assist with office surgeries in clinic or at surgical center. Assist doctors with patients as needed. Make follow up appointments as needed. Answer phone calls and questions from patients regarding their care Maintain medical equipment and have repaired as needed Keep exam rooms and back office areas clean and stocked with supplies. Perform other duties, as assigned. Expectations Become OSC or COA certified within 1 year Learn to refract within a 1 year Work as a team HOURS: Monday-Friday Travel as needed Alternate Saturday AM clinics with other team members on sign up basis Staff retreats and employee improvement/education functions as required **Job Descriptions are subject to change based off of office needs and demands** Updated 2023 Job Type: Full-time Benefits: 401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Medical Specialty: Ophthalmology Schedule: Monday to Friday Education: High school or equivalent (Preferred) Experience: Ophthalmology/Optometry: 1 year (Preferred) Work Location: Multiple locations