Overview: OPHTHALMOLOGY PRACTICE seeks a qualified full-time ophthalmic technician for our Zachary location. Technicians are required to travel.

Qualifications:

High school diploma or GED required

Demonstrated advanced comprehension of the ophthalmic assistant skills as outlined by the Joint Commission on Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology (JCAHPO)

Strong communication and interpersonal skills (written and verbal)

Empathetic personality with concern for patients needs

Strong organization with attention to detail

Ability to work independently and together as a team member

Demonstrated comprehension of the principles of optics, refraction, and contact lenses

Demonstrated computer literacy

RESPONSIBILITIES: Demonstrate the ability to perform and complete the following skills pertaining to this position. These skills include, but are not limited to:

Communication and Patient Care:

• Escorts all patients from the waiting room for data collection
• Informs patients of the purpose of all tests personally performed and how the patient will be affected during the tests
• Obtains patient physical history, to include chief complaint; reason for visit; pertinent signs and symptoms; current medication allergies; past ocular and general medical history both ocular and general; family history both ocular and general; social history; and review of medications and allergies.
• Performs accurate and consistent documentation
• Informs patients as to who will see them following testing and ensures patients are comfortable during wait time

Triage

• Determines which patient should be taken next from the waiting room to have testing initiated
• Maintains a smooth flow of patients to the physician, altering the test sequence as needed
• Provides phone support regarding ocular emergencies, prescription refills, and patient care questions
• Communications with front desk to facilitate proper patient flow

Administrative

• Seeks advice from senior staff as necessary, never performing beyond capabilities, but always working towards increasing capabilities
• Maintains cleanliness in exam and procedure rooms
• Maintains backup levels of stock in exam and procedure rooms
• Communicates with management concerning all equipment and supply needs.
• Performs other duties as required
• Adhere to and uphold compliance of all internal practice policies and procedures as required by Williamson Eye Center.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $15.50 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Ophthalmology: 1 year (Required)
• Medical office: 1 year (Required)

Work Location: In person