Ophthalmic Tech II

SEES MANAGEMENT LLC • Chattanooga, TN

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About The Position

The Ophthalmic Technician II supports ophthalmologists by performing advanced clinical tasks, diagnostic testing, and assisting with patient care. This role requires a strong understanding of ophthalmic procedures, excellent patient communication, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment. The Technician II serves as a mentor to junior staff and contributes to the overall efficiency and quality of eye care services.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.?
• Positive attitude and a love for helping others!
• Prior experience in a fast-paced medical office and in electronic health record preferred.?
• Dependable transportation required to travel to other offices as required.
• Must be flexible with traveling to various locations as needed.
• Minimum of three years of ophthalmic technician experience required.
• COA preferred or the commitment to obtain a COA within three years of employment.

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience in a fast-paced medical office and in electronic health record preferred.?
• COA preferred or the commitment to obtain a COA within three years of employment.

Responsibilities

• Patient intake and workup, following standardized protocol.?
• Determining visual acuity
• Performing automated refraction
• Administering eye drops, ointments, and irrigating solutions to the eye as ordered by physician.
• Awareness of patient flow issues and ability to maintain efficient clinical flow.
• Obtaining and documenting patient history.
• Measurement of intraocular pressure (tonometry)
• Pre-operative preparation of patient.
• Maintaining equipment and instruments
• Performing office duties and clinical tasks - entering data into EMR, providing patient services
• Facilitates patient experience by assisting physician in overall patient care.?
• Works within the confines of the team by assisting other departments with answers to questions, patient triage, etc.?
• Counsel and educate the patients as needed.?
• Updates daily schedule by assessing no-shows and add-ins. ?
• Stocking and cleaning clinic as needed.?
• Other duties as assigned.?

Benefits

• Generous PTO allowance
• Holiday Pay
• Health, Dental & Vision
• Life Insurance
• Short-term disability
• Long-term disability
• 401k with discretionary match
• Uniform Allowance (clinic only)
• Professional Development

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED