What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Assistant position at Northeast Ohio Eye Surgeons?
What are your responsibilities?
As an Ophthalmic Technician you will greet patients and explain what they should expect during their examination. An Ophthalmic Technician escorts the patient to an exam room and performs diagnostic ophthalmic tests and procedures prior to physician seeing them. In this role you will:
- Complete a detailed patient history including past medical history, family medical history and chief complaint
- Check patient’s visual acuity which includes far acuity, near acuity, peripheral vision, depth perception, and color perception
- Examine eyes for abnormalities
- Perform other tests and measurements including A-scans, B-scans, fundus photography, corneal topography, HRTII and pachymetry
- Apply drops to anesthetize, dilate, or medicate eyesMeasures intraocular pressure of eyes (glaucoma test)
- Read patient’s eyeglass prescription with automated lensometry
- Chart results in patient’s electronic medical record
- Provide chair-side physician assistance as needed
- Prepare necessary paperwork for surgeries ordered by the physicians
- Give instructions to patients concerning eye care
- E-prescribe or phone in prescriptions for patients
- Maintain patient confidentiality following HIPAA regulations
- Ensure appropriate supplies/equipment are available and functional for patient care
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED equivalent
- Valid driver’s license and ability to drive a motor vehicle
- Ability to stand or sit for extended periods of time and lift up to 50lbs
Desired Qualifications
- One (1) or more years of experience working in a medical practice
- Certified Ophthalmic Technician (COT)
- Electronic Medical Records (EMR) experience
- Knowledge of medical terminology
Hours:
Monday through Friday
Hours may vary
7:15am-8:00am start- 5:00pm
Tuesday 7pm late night- rotated about 1 per month
Office Location(s)
Must be able to travel to 3 office locations
Kent, Stow, Fairlawn
- What benefits will you receive?
- Competitive wages
- Robust benefit package including medical, dental, life and disability (short- and long-term) insurance
- Generous paid time off (PTO) program
- Seven (7) company paid holidays
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match
- Uniform reimbursement
- An organization focused on People, Passion, Purpose and Progress
Why join Northeast Ohio Eye Surgeons?
For over 30 years Northeast Ohio Eye Surgeons has been providing the highest quality vision and surgical care in a compassionate, caring environment. We believe sight is the most precious of all our senses, and we have made it our mission to protect and improve our patients’ eyesight by providing the best medical and surgical care possible. Our in-house staff pride themselves on delivering specialized care to help patients preserve and improve their vision. If you are a hard-working individual interested in learning more about eye care from the best in the industry then the Cleveland Eye Clinic is the place for you. Apply and join our growing team today!
Job Type: Full-time
Medical Specialty:
- Ophthalmology
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Work Location: In person
