Ophthalmic Technician V

Eye Center of Texas has 6 Board Certified Ophthalmologists and 8 Therapeutic Optometrist with 6 locations. Our nationally renowned physicians, combined with the most advanced medical technology, gives us the opportunity to offer our patients the highest caliber of care. We offer comprehensive medical and surgical care, including laser cataract surgery, LASIK, vision correction, glaucoma, retina and vitreous disease treatments and more.

The Ophthalmic Technician V, or Lead Technician, position is responsible for assisting the ophthalmologist by managing clinic flow, organizing the doctors' schedule, and overseeing the daily activities of the clinic. The Lead Technician assists in the clinic, as well as surgery, with their assigned doctor.

This position requires customer service skills, excellent interpersonal and communication skills, and a degree of independent decision-making.

Responsibilities include

• Directing clinic flow and oversee clinical activities.
• Oversee the preparation of minor procedures and laser clinic.
• Manage and collaborate with location managers on the doctor schedule, patient template, and physician time off.
• Direct clinical staff on administrative tasks including patient communications, letters, prescription refills, and other requests.
• Oversee care of and expedite high need and VIP patients, confirm all charts are signed off by physician and billing/coding submitted correctly.
• Ensure accuracy of superbills for clinic and surgery.
• Follow up on any rejected claims and charting or insurance needs.
• Diagnostic testing and exam room skills needed for Ophthalmic Technicians I-III.
• Travel to multiple clinic and surgical sites may be required based on physician template and schedule.
• 7 years of ophthalmic technician experience
• COA Required, COT/COMT Preferred
• Dependable transportation required to travel to other offices as required
• Must be flexible with traveling to various locations
• Ability to pay attention to detail
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• The ability to seek instruction in areas where he/she is not knowledgeable
• The ability to recognize inconsistencies
  
  
  

Education/ Certifications

• Graduation from an accredited high school
• BLS certification (due to work in ASC setting)
  
  
  

We offer a competitive benefits package to our employees

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401k w/ Match
• HSA/FSA
• Telemedicine
• Generous PTO Package
  
  
  

We also offer the following benefits for FREE

• Employee Discounts and Perks
• Employee Assistance Program
• Group Life/AD&D
• Short Term Disability Insurance
• Long Term Disability Insurance
  
  
  

EyeSouth Partners is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.