What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Technician position at Wizehire?
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We are looking for an experienced and qualified medical technician who shares our commitment to provide exceptional patient care. Our ideal candidate has at least 2 years of experience as a medical technician or laboratory technician, and well-developed organizational, interpersonal, and analytical skills. MLT license is preferred but not required; however, you must have knowledge of lab and medical equipment, medical information systems, laboratory best practices, and medical terminology. If you’re looking to jumpstart your career, we have the team, the training, and the mentors to get you on the fast track. Please apply today! Compensation
$17 - $21 hourly
Responsibilities
We are looking for an experienced and qualified medical technician who shares our commitment to provide exceptional patient care. Our ideal candidate has at least 2 years of experience as a medical technician or laboratory technician, and well-developed organizational, interpersonal, and analytical skills. MLT license is preferred but not required; however, you must have knowledge of lab and medical equipment, medical information systems, laboratory best practices, and medical terminology. If you’re looking to jumpstart your career, we have the team, the training, and the mentors to get you on the fast track. Please apply today! Compensation
$17 - $21 hourly
Responsibilities
- Triage patients and record consistent and accurate documentation of patients’ medical history
- Performing prescreening exams
- Checking vision and identifying chief complaints
- Tonometry dilation
- Administering medications to patients in the clinic and providing patient education
- Will be required to get detailed health information from patients and document health histories
- Various diagnostic tests (Fundus photos, OCT, Visual Fields), and may also include some advanced diagnostic testing
- Assist with maintaining an efficient clinic experience
- Assisting physicians with ophthalmic procedures
- Maintaining medical/surgical supplies
- Utilize EHR with all HIPAA standards
- Prepare the examination room and the patient's medical record
- Understanding of basic healthcare terminology
- Driving a company-provided vehicle that may hold employees and office equipment
- Managing incoming phone calls and documenting communications within patient platforms such as NexTech, Pressia On-Call, or other relevant sources
- Strong interpersonal, organizational, and analytical skills are a necessity
- Reliability is a top priority
- Ability to master ophthalmology and retina terminology with a basic understanding of healthcare terminology
- Must be able to multitask
- Possess high energy, have a positive professional attitude
- Strong communication skills with a team-player approach
- Critical time management skills
- Demonstrated ability to interact with healthcare professionals, patients, and insurance companies alike with poise and proper etiquette
- Adhere to ongoing training and education
- Demonstrate effectiveness by showing courtesy, diligence, integrity, and teamwork
- Strong interpersonal skills (effective listening, clear communication, effective customer problem resolution, warm demeanor)
- Willing to train
- Ability to lift more than 30lbs
- Ability to converse with patients – speaking and hearing
- Frequent use of a computer terminal, keyboard, and mouse
- Manual dexterity to operate ophthalmic equipment
- Benefits Paid Time Off Holidays, Medical Insurance, Vision, Dental, 401(k), Life Insurance
- Travel within 120 miles is required (company-provided transportation, day trips only), which can mean early mornings and long days
- Schedule varies depending on the assigned role and/or assigned physician
Salary : $17 - $21