Diagnostic Technician - Key Whitman Eye Center, Mesquite

Surgery Partners Careers • Mesquite, TX

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About The Position

The role of the Diagnostic Technician is to work relatively close with the clinic physicians to perform basic, advanced, and complex testing

Requirements

• Minimum 1 Year experience in Ophthalmic field preferred
• High School Diploma or GED
• Strong communication and interpersonal skill
• Able to think quickly and be attentive
• Be able to work in a fast paced, team environment
• Communicate effectively with patients, physicians and staff members
• Must demonstrate commitment to ongoing educations and uphold to the highest ethical principles of maintaining confidentiality
• Proficient in EMR and computer literacy
• Well organized and attentive to detail
• HIPAA knowledge and compliance

Nice To Haves

• Some college coursework or Associates degree preferred
• JCAHPO certification preferred
• CPR preferred
• Proficiency in a second language highly desirable

Responsibilities

• Perform the necessary diagnostic testing of the eye while having a basic understanding and knowledge of these tests such as OCT macula, OCT optic nerves, Lenstar, ORB scan, Optos Fundus photos, EPIC (OPD and glare), IMMERSION and HVF, any other related tests as needed
• Assist with answering calls and emails: Triage, RX Refills, questions regarding patient chart/plan, etc.)
• Become familiar with basic conditions and diseases of the eye
• Maintains and sterilizes room and equipment, properly turning on and off all equipment
• Assists Technicians and Scribes as needed
• Administers topical ophthalmic medication and understanding basic ocular pharmacology; names of meds and their uses

Benefits

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Health Savings Account with an employer contribution
• Life Insurance
• PTO
• 401(k) retirement plan with a company match
• And more!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees