Lead Technician - Mesquite

Surgery Partners, Inc•Mesquite, TX

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Lead Ophthalmic Technician plays a crucial role in the daily operations of the clinic, assisting the Clinic Manager with both administrative and clinical responsibilities. This position involves supervising ophthalmic assistants and diagnostic technicians, fostering a positive and accountable work environment, and providing direct patient care. The Lead Ophthalmic Technician is expected to set an example for staff collaboration and deliver exceptional patient care.

Requirements

Two years of Ophthalmic Technician experience in an ophthalmology setting
High school diploma or GED
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Proficient in EMR and computer literacy
Well organized and attentive to detail
HIPAA knowledge and compliance

Nice To Haves

JCAHPO certification (COA/COT) recognizing more advanced general knowledge and specific use of ophthalmic instruments as pertaining to the level of COT
Successful completion of two or more years of college and/or university level courses
CPR preferred, but not required

Responsibilities

Assists Clinic Manager in supervising Ophthalmic Assistants (certified and non-certified), and Diagnostic Technicians in their daily duties
Assists Clinic Manager with day-to-day administrative and clinical operations of the assigned location
Represents, supports, and promotes a positive image of Key-Whitman Eye Centers when dealing with patients inside and outside of the organization
Creates and sustains a highly accountable and inspired work environment where employees deliver exceptional patient care; sets the example for how operational and clinical staff work together by demonstrating shared leadership with the Clinic Manager
Performs direct patient care consistent with general clinic responsibilities and any added responsibilities according to clinic needs
Obtains accurate patient history
Performs lensometry
Performs diagnostic testing of the eye while having a basic understanding and knowledge of these tests such as HVF, HRT, IOLmaster, biopen and basic fundus photography
Obtains accurate visual acuities with basic optics understanding
Demonstrates ability to perform functional ocular measurements of the eye such as color vision testing, BAT testing, schirmer tests and Amsler grid tests
Demonstrates ability to perform accurate and repeatable refractometry
Administers topical ophthalmic medications
Performs accurate tonometry by tonopen or applanation
Maintains and sterilizing surgical instruments
Assists the doctor with the installation of punctual plugs
Verbalizes post operative instructions in a clear and professional manner to patients for any procedure performed at Key-Whitman Eye Center
Understands basic ocular pharmacology
Other duties as assigned