Medical Technician - Retina
About The Position
The Medical Technician works in the Medical Floor department, supporting retina services and reporting to the Retina Services Supervisor. The role assists physicians with examinations, minor procedures, and intraocular injections, and helps patients through their clinic visits. The technician performs patient workups, conducts fluorescein angiography, monitors patients for reactions, and maintains clean, sterile procedure spaces and equipment. The position also includes scribing, documentation, and collaboration with physicians and clinical staff to support efficient patient flow and quality care. Team members have a primary home location among Eye Clinic of Wisconsin’s eight locations, but travel to satellite locations is an essential part of the position. Schedules are based on clinic needs and may vary. The role involves extended periods of standing or sitting, frequent movement throughout the clinic, occasional lifting of up to 30 pounds, and bending, stooping, pushing, pulling, and climbing stairs.
Requirements
- Proficiency with office equipment, computers, and Microsoft Office applications.
- Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced medical setting while maintaining HIPAA compliance.
- Strong attention to detail, professionalism, and patient-focused communication.
- Ability to occasionally travel to other Eye Clinic of Wisconsin locations.
Nice To Haves
- Medical Assistant certification.
- Previous Medical Assistant or clinical healthcare experience.
- Understanding of medical terminology.
Responsibilities
- Assist physicians with patient examinations and minor procedures.
- Work up patients by measuring intraocular pressures, reviewing history of present illness, obtaining medical histories, checking vision, and performing anterior chamber evaluations.
- Assist physicians with intraocular injections.
- Conduct fluorescein angiography and monitor patients for reactions.
- Escort patients throughout their visits and provide assistance as needed, including wheelchair transport and patient transfers.
- Clean and sterilize instruments.
- Maintain sterile and clean procedural environments.
- Follow established safety and infection control standards.
- Maintain proficiency in the scribe role.
- Collaborate with physicians and fellow clinical staff to support efficient patient flow and patient care.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
