Diagnostic Technician - Key Whitman Eye Center, Plano

Surgery Partners Careers • Plano, TX

14d • Onsite

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

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Comfortable working with patients and providing excellent customer service
• Able to learn and perform basic diagnostic testing accurately
• Able to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions
• Basic computer skills and ability to learn electronic medical record (EMR) systems
• Dependable, organized, and willing to learn
• Ability to communicate effectively with patients, physicians, and staff

Nice To Haves

• Previous healthcare or patient-care experience preferred, but not required
• Ophthalmic experience is a plus, but willing to train the right candidate
• CPR certification preferred, but not required
• Bilingual skills are a plus

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

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED