Ophthalmic Tech- Vet Tech, Lab Tech, Gap Year, Phlebotomist, EMT, MA welcome to apply

Medical Eye Associates•Waukesha, WI

16d•$19 - $27•Hybrid

About The Position

Ophthalmic Assistants/Technicians perform basic to complex diagnostic tests and visual screenings. They manage patient flow, assist ophthalmologists with procedures, maintain equipment, and help patients with ordering and dispensing glasses and contact lenses. This role is open to various healthcare backgrounds including EMTs, Veterinary Techs, Gap Year Med Students, Phlebotomists, and Certified Medical Assistants.

Requirements

High school graduate.
Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) needs to be obtained within 6 months.
Knowledge of sterile technique, how the eye works, and contact / lens wear.
Ability to educate and instruct patients on eye care and eyewear.
Excellent communication skills (oral and written).
Demonstrates a strong attention to detail and accuracy.
Proficient in the use of Microsoft office products, e-mail and electronic medical records systems.

Nice To Haves

COA or COT preferred.
College-level courses preferred: Anatomy & Physiology, Medical Terminology
Preferred 1 year of experience as an optometric assistant, ophthalmic assistant or ophthalmic technician role that includes experiences in performing basic to complex visual screenings, diagnostic tests, and procedures.
Preferred 1 year of experience in scribing, medical transcription or as a health care professional with demonstrated proficiency in medical terminology and technical spelling.

Responsibilities

Performs basic to complex diagnostic tests and visual screenings, including auto refractor, lensometry, visual acuity, pinhole, color vision, depth perception, confrontation fields, refraction, applanation, super pinhole, BAT, automated visual fields, pachymetry, OCT, A-scans, and keratometry.
Manages overall patient flow to ensure timely access to care and ensures patient comfort.
Greets patients courteously and verifies patient identity.
Records all patient, family and medical history, chief complaints, and medications.
Assists the ophthalmologist with minor surgeries, laser procedures, and post-operative care and treatment.
Sterilizes instruments using appropriate technique and procedures.
Maintain and calibrates equipment.
Organizes and prepares exam rooms and work areas including cleaning, stocking, ordering supplies, checking equipment, and putting away equipment.
Performs medical eye photography functions as directed by the physician, which may include taking general optic nerve, retinal and macular photos, and fluorescein angiograms, etc.
Assists patients with ordering and dispensing glasses and contact lenses. Performs contact lens polishing and education.
Assists with scheduling patients for post-operative, surgery and specialist appointments.