Ophthalmic Technician

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY
The Ophthalmic Technician generates important preliminary information to be used by the ophthalmologist, orthoptist or optometrist; reviews patient status and performs medical tests. Supports the Mission, Vision, and Values of Ticho Eye Associates.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Reasonable Accommodations Statement
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Essential Functions Statement(s)

• Reviews patient chart to ensure completeness and accuracy of information. Performs testing required by type of exam scheduled, patient complaint and history.
• Acts as scribe while physician examines patient entering data into electronic medical records or handwrites in paper chart, oversees patient flow.
• Is able to take an ocular and systemic history and accurately record visual acuity. Is able to perform lensometry, refractometry, tonometry, basic muscle balance testing, assess pupils, assess the anterior chamber, performs diagnostic tests, including, but not limited to: OCT, HVF, Topography, IOL measurements, confrontation visual fields and gross external exam.
• Administer topical ophthalmic or oral medications under the direction of the physician.
• Assists with in-office procedures ensuring proper informed consent is obtained, sets up and cleans up from procedures.
• Maintains and operates ophthalmic equipment as needed
• Assists in the performance of advanced ophthalmic procedures.
• Assists in training of other ophthalmic assistants.
• Assists with patient education.
• Answer patient phone calls and directs them to the correct provider when indicated.
• Maintains cleanliness and orderliness of exam rooms during the work day.
• Complies with all practice procedures and protocols. Complies with all State and Federal regulations. Understands and accepts responsibility to report potential or suspected errors to supervisor or Compliance Officer.
• Maintains positive attitude consisting of cooperation, self-motivation, courtesy, and professionalism.
• Willing to be cross trained as practice needs evolve.
• The Company reserves the right to add or change duties as needed

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS
Competency Statement(s)

• Accountability – Ability to accept responsibility and account for his/her actions or work performed. Willing to accept constructive criticism.
• Accuracy – Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly with attention to all details of a project or task.
• Adaptability – Ability to adapt to and facilitate change in the workplace.
• Communication – Ability to communicate effectively with others using good listening skills and the spoken word. Ability to write clearly and concisely using good grammar and spelling.
• Empathetic – Ability to appreciate and be sensitive to the feelings of patients and co-workers. Exhibits a cheerful demeanor with the ability to display good-natured tolerance of delay or adversity.
• Essential Job Functions – Ability to perform the Essential Job functions of this position.
• Initiative – Ability to make decisions or take actions to solve a problem or reach a goal. Desire to excel, attempting non-routine tasks.
• Judgment – The ability to formulate a sound decision using the available information.
• Organized – Possessing the trait of being organized or following a systematic method of performing a task.
• Reliability – Can be relied upon to demonstrate reliability in attendance and punctuality.
• Team Player – The ability to work with others and independently for a common goal. Puts aside own individual needs to work toward the larger group objective and reinforces the contribution of others.

SKILLS & ABILITIES
Education: High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED)
Experience: Two years of ophthalmic technician experience

Computer Skills
Good computer skills. Able to navigate between screens: able to accurately enter data.

Certificates & Licenses
None required. Certification through JCAHPO must be completed one year after hire.'
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Work Location:

• Multiple locations

Work Remotely

• No

Job Type: Full-time

Job Type: Full-time

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance

Work Location: In person