Ophthalmic Technician Tier 2

Description

General Summary 

Responsible for daily patient care flow.  Performs a number of data collection functions as delegated by the physician and/or Clinic Manager to allow for proper professional diagnosis, treatment and care of patient’s condition(s) 

Essential Functions  

Acquaint all new patients with office procedures to which they will be exposed 

Obtain patient history to include chief complaint, history of present illness, medical history (ocular and general), family history (ocular and general), and history of allergies and medications 

Performs accurate and consistent documentation and measurement tasks for new and follow up patients: Vision acuity, lensometry, entrance tests, contact and non-contact tonometry, refraction, slit lamp exam, angle assessment, dilation 

Maintains and cleans all equipment being used. 

Maintains patient confidentiality 

Attends required meetings 

Availability to travel to Dade and Broward offices when necessary 

Requirements

Job Specifications 

Typically has the following skills or abilities:  

Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) or Technician (COT) preferred 

Minimum 2 years of experience as an ophthalmic technician or surgical assistant 

Strong knowledge of ophthalmic instruments, procedures, and terminology 

Familiarity with EMR systems (experience with NextGen is a plus) 

Excellent organizational skills and diligence 

Ability to travel daily 

Excellent customer service and communication skills 

Knowledge and Skills Sets per Tier: 

Tier is based on knowledge and ability to do one or more of the following tasks: 

Tier 1: Full work up tasks 

Tier 2: Full work up and clinical assistant tasks or scribing or basic testing tasks 

Tier 3: Full work up, scribing and clinical assistant tasks and basic diagnostic testing tasks 

Tier 4: Full work up and clinical assistant, basic diagnostic testing, and scribing or advanced testing as in tier 4 diagnostic tester

Tier 5: Certified Ophthalmic Technician 

VSP Vision is an equal opportunity employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to age, gender, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.

The compensation range for the role is listed below. Applicable salary ranges may differ across markets. Actual pay will be determined based on experience and other job-related factors permitted by law. As a part of the compensation package, this role may include eligible bonuses and commissions. For more information regarding iCare benefits, please click here. 

Salary : $19 - $21