Ophthalmic Technician

Position Summary

The Ophthalmic Technician at Retina Associates, P.A. is a non-exempt employee who serves on the front line of patient care by preparing patients to be seen by the physician. This position requires the use of clinical knowledge to perform eye-related clinical tasks, including obtaining patient medical histories, instructing patients about medications, performing vision and diagnostic testing, and assisting with the training of other ophthalmic personnel as needed.

Schedule

The Ophthalmic Technician's schedule (while working at BEC) is typically 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM or 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM. During periods of high patient volume, technicians may be asked to remain later to assist with patient screening. If assigned as the "late" technician, the expected schedule is 8:30 AM until the last patient leaves. When traveling to satellite clinics, work hours may vary due to work-ins, schedule changes, or cancellations.

EMR Patient Work-Up Responsibilities

• Verify patient date of birth
• Add and update physician information, including PCP, OD, and MD
• Record chief complaint and history of present illness (HPI)
• Record, verify, and update medications, allergies, and surgical history
• Check visual acuity
• Record intraocular pressure (IOP) using a tonopen
• Assess extraocular muscle function (EOM) and confrontational visual fields
• Check for APD's
• Order injections and obtain patient consents
• Order OCTs, fundus photos, and fluorescein angiograms
• Dilate patients as directed by the physician

Additional Duties

The following duties may be assigned as needed and are subject to change:

• Stock assigned exam and work-up rooms
• Mix dilating drops
• Sterilize equipment using the autoclave
• Unpack and organize supplies in designated areas
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications & Requirements

• Travel to three satellite clinics is required
• Demonstrate a positive team-player attitude
• Ability to assist patients transferring from mobility devices (wheelchairs, scooters, etc.) to an exam chair
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods throughout the day
• Ability to manage a fast-paced and busy workload

Safety-Sensitive Position

Based on the current job duties and assigned responsibilities, this position is considered a Safety-Sensitive Position as defined by Act 593 of 2017.

Pay: $15.75 - $19.50 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Bereavement leave
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• On-the-job training
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $16 - $20