Medical Assistant, Ophthalmology

Eye Care Partners Career•Millburn, NJ

21d

About The Position

EyeCare Partners is the nation’s leading provider of clinically integrated eye care. Our national network of over 300 ophthalmologists and 700 optometrists provides a lifetime of care to our patients with a mission to enhance vision, advance eye care and improve lives. Based in St. Louis, Missouri, over 650 ECP-affiliated practice locations provide care in 18 states and 80 markets, providing services that span the eye care continuum. For more information, visit www.eyecare-partners.com . Job Title: Medical Assistant (Ophthalmic Technician) Company: Vitreous Retina Macula Specialists of New Jersey Location: Millburn, NJ Travel: Travel to our other office in Somerset, NJ is required as needed. We do pay mileage reimbursement! Perks Full Benefits Package - Medical, Vision, Dental and Life Insurance 401k + Employer Matching Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays Paid Maternity Leave Eyecare Certification Reimbursement Competitive Base Pay Employee Discounts Hours: Full Time Our offices are open Monday-Friday 7:45am-7pm, Saturday 7:45am-1pm You shifts will fall within these hours You may need to work a little earlier/later as needed You must have open availability to work any shift Requirements: High School Diploma or GED equivalent Phlebotomy experience and/or license is highly preferred Favorable result on Background Check Basic computer skills Strong customer service skills Excitement to learn and grow SUMMARY An Ophthalmic Technician/Scribe is a valuable asset to an Ophthalmologist as they assist in providing excellent patient care to the patients during their visit. This employee will use ophthalmic techniques to perform preliminary work-up of patients in a clinic setting, scribe for Physicians and may also directly assist Physician(s) with examinations and treatment of patients.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED equivalent
Favorable result on Background Check
Basic computer skills
Strong customer service skills
Excitement to learn and grow
Desire to gain industry knowledge and training
Ability to grow, adapt, and accept change
Consistently creates a positive work environment by being team-oriented and patient-focused
Ability to interact with all levels of employees in a courteous, professional manner at all times
Commitment to work over 40 hours to meet the needs of the business
Ability to work weekends when applicable
Reliable transportation that would allow employee to go to multiple work locations with minimal notice
One year of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience

Nice To Haves

Phlebotomy experience and/or license is highly preferred
Current Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) or Certified Ophthalmic Technician (COT) certification is preferred, but not required
Ophthalmic Scribe Certification (OSC) certification is preferred, but not required
Phlebotomy license is preferred, but not required

Responsibilities

Provide exceptional customer service during every patient encounter (in person or via phone)
Display a professional attitude, greet patients promptly with a smile, and thank them when they leave
Anticipate Physician needs to facilitate the flow of the clinic
Practice urgency at all times with patient’s time, as well as the Doctor’s time and schedule
Comply with all company policies and procedures, including HIPAA
Verify patient’s information by interviewing patient
Record patient’s medical history and current medications and confirm purpose of visit
Record all data in the patient's Electronic Medical Record (EMR)
Check condition of patient's eyes by observing pupils, muscles, visual acuity and extraocular movements
Required skills include: dilation, refraction, pressures, and performing a variety of diagnostic tests including visual fields, OCT, GDX, IOL master, auto refractor and topography
Demonstrates working knowledge of eye anatomy, diseases, symptoms and ocular medications
Accurately and thoroughly document medical visits and procedures as they are being performed by the Physician
Demonstrates basic understanding of examination and procedure codes (ICD-9 codes) when inputting into the EMR system
Ensure that accurate procedure coding/charges for all procedures/drugs for all patients and correct diagnosis codes are used
Prepare patients for treatments and minor procedures; measure and record vital signs (blood pressure, pulse and respiration rate) as required
Open and close exam rooms as needed
Keep examination, treatment, laser and any other assigned rooms cleaned and stocked with supplies, and keep drug count up to date
General office duties and cleaning to be assigned by manager