Ophthalmic Imaging Tech - Southpark

CHARLOTTE EYE EAR NOSE AND THROAT ASSOCIATES PA•Charlotte, NC

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Ophthalmic Imaging Technician provides clinical support to Providers through the delivery of high quality, compassionate visual imaging and diagnostic services to CEENTA’s patients.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required.
Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Word, Excel)
Proficient in Electronic Medical Record systems
Ability to communicate effectively & professionally (written and verbal)
Current BLS Certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross required.
Active & Current Driver’s license
Clean driving record
Consistent and Reliable Transportation
Polite and professional disposition

Nice To Haves

Graduate of an International Council of Accreditation (ICA) accredited clinical training program OR completion of an International Joint Commission on Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology (IJCAHPO) or American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO) independent study course preferred.
One to three years’ experience in ophthalmic or optometric imaging or other related experience preferred.
Current Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) or Certified Ophthalmic Technician (COT) certification from the IJCAHPO andor Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT-C) certification from the Ophthalmic Photographers’ Society (OPS) Board of Certification (BOC) preferred.

Responsibilities

Explain visual imaging procedures to patient and their families
Perform all visual imaging and diagnostic testing, including but not limited to Visual Field Testing, corneal topography, Fundus Photography, Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT), biometry, and other advanced testing
Document the results of imaging procedures in the EHR system for provider review
Manage visual imaging resource schedules in the EHR system, which includes scheduling patients for visual imaging study appointments
Maintain applicable work queues in the EHR system
Index lab reports, procedure and office notes, and outside documentation pertinent to patient care from the document management system to the EHR system
Perform clinical room turnover/set-up and equipment sterilization
Maintain OSHA standards to ensure a sterilized and safe environment
Assist with orientation and training of other staff members
Troubleshoot equipment as needed
Maintain stock of office and clinical supplies and order from appropriate vendor when needed
All other duties as assigned
Ability to meet the physical and mental demands of the position
The ability to work on-site
Predictable, reliable, and prompt attendance