What are the responsibilities and job description for the Optometric Technician/Assistant position at Dry Eye Equation?
Job Description
At Dry Eye Equation, we are a boutique optometric office specializing in ocular surface disease with a mission to deliver exceptional patient experiences and medical outcomes by offering tailored care to every patient. Succeeding in this mission requires that our team work together with a remarkable work ethic and accountability to each other and the patient. We are looking for an Ophthalmic Technician/ Assistant for our growing team that is quick to learn in a fast-paced and high-demand environment. We offer competitive pay, paid holidays, 401(k), optical discounts, and many other benefits of a small company.
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Ophthalmic Technician generates important preliminary information to be used by the optometrist; reviews patient status, performs medical tests, and assists in patient education. While maintaining the office workflow and assuring that the patients' needs are met.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Reviews patient chart to ensure completeness and accuracy of information. Performs testing that is required by type of exam scheduled, patient complaint, and or requested by the doctor.
- Is able to take an ocular and systemic history and accurately record in the charting system.
- Is able to perform and accurately record visual acuity, lensometry, refractometry, applanation, tonometry, basic muscle balance testing, assess pupils, and confrontation visual fields. Administer additional diagnostic tests when required.
- Acts as scribe while physician examines patient entering data into electronic medical records or hand-writes in paper chart, while maintaining patient flow.
- Assists with in-office procedures ensuring proper informed consent is obtained, sets up, and cleans up from any and all procedures.
- Assists with patient education.
- Maintains cleanliness and orderliness of exam rooms during the work day.
- Maintains positive attitude consisting of cooperation, self-motivation, courtesy, and professionalism.
DIAGNOSTIC EQUIPMENT USED:
- Oculus Keratograph 5M anterior segment photography
- IOP
- Fundus photography
- Other equipment as required
SKILLS & ABILITIES
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Ability to work well under pressure
- Self-Motivation
- Professional appearance
- Attention to detail
- Outgoing personality
- Ability learn and adapt new skills quickly
- Ability to maintain a positive attitude
Education:
- High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED)
Experience:
- 1 year medical experience in eye care preferred
- Working in professional office
- previous patient interaction experience is preferred
Physical Demands:
- Standing frequently
- Sitting frequently
- Walking frequently
Starting Pay:
- $16.00 - $18.00 pending years of experience
- Opportunity for quick increase pending performance
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $16.00 - $19.00 per hour
Expected hours: ~27 hours per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Paid time off
Medical Specialty:
- Medical-Surgical
- Ophthalmology
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Application Question(s):
- What motivates you professionally?
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
- Optometric: 1 year (Preferred)
Ability to Relocate:
- Wilmington, NC 28405: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $16.00 - $19.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
Salary : $16 - $18