Medical Assistant - Willing to Train!
About The Position
Grene Vision Group, part of EyeCare Partners, is hiring a Medical Assistant (Ophthalmic Technician) in Hutchinson, Kansas. The role supports ophthalmologists in providing patient care by preparing patients for exams, performing preliminary testing, documenting visits, and helping maintain efficient clinic flow. The position is described as full-time. Offices operate Monday through Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Saturday from 8 a.m. to noon; employees may need to work earlier or later as needed. The technician provides a welcoming and professional patient experience, gathers and records patient information, performs eye examinations and diagnostic testing, and assists physicians with treatments and minor procedures. Duties also include maintaining exam and treatment rooms, keeping supplies stocked, and completing assigned general office and cleaning tasks. The posting welcomes applicants who are willing to learn and grow.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- Favorable result on a background check.
- At least one year of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Basic computer skills and ability to learn new applications quickly.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
- Experience using Electronic Medical Records (EMR) systems.
- Strong customer service, communication, organization, and teamwork skills.
- Ability to comply with HIPAA confidentiality standards.
- Ability to work more than 40 hours to meet business needs and work weekends when applicable.
- Reliable transportation to travel to multiple work locations with minimal notice.
- Ability to perform the physical duties described, including walking, sitting, standing, bending, stooping, reaching, and handling items up to 25 lbs.
- Strong fine motor skills and full use of hands, along with required visual and auditory acuity.
Nice To Haves
- Current Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) or Certified Ophthalmic Technician (COT) certification; preferred but not required.
- Desire to gain industry knowledge and training.
- Energy and empathy when caring for patients, initiative, adaptability, and a patient-focused, team-oriented approach.
Responsibilities
- Facilitate patient flow and anticipate physician needs to support clinic schedules.
- Provide courteous, professional customer service to patients in person and by phone.
- Verify patient information, record medical history and current medications, and confirm the reason for the visit.
- Enter patient information and document visits and procedures in the Electronic Medical Record (EMR).
- Perform preliminary eye assessments, including observing pupils, muscles, visual acuity, and extraocular movements.
- Perform dilation, refraction, pressure checks, and diagnostic tests such as visual fields, OCT, GDX, IOL master, autorefractor, and topography.
- Prepare patients for treatments and minor procedures, and measure and record vital signs as required.
- Communicate with patients, physicians, managers, and other employees, and respond to inquiries by phone, email, and in person.
- Follow company policies and procedures, including HIPAA confidentiality requirements.
- Open and close exam rooms as needed; clean and stock examination, treatment, laser, and other assigned rooms; and keep drug counts current.
- Perform general office duties and cleaning as assigned by the manager.
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Vision insurance
- Dental insurance
- Life insurance
- 401(k) with employer matching
- Paid time off (PTO)
- Paid holidays
- Paid maternity leave
- Eyecare certification reimbursement
- Competitive base pay
- Employee discounts
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
