Ophthalmic Technician I
About The Position
Ocular Partners is a busy, well-established, progressive physician group specializing in comprehensive eye care. The Ophthalmic Technician I assists ophthalmologists and optometrists by gathering information about patients’ ocular health. The role performs appropriate clinical tests using knowledge of eye-care theory and principles gained through formal education and/or clinical experience. The technician supports clinical and administrative workflows, including reviewing patient charts, performing testing ordered by the doctor, documenting information in electronic medical records, administering medications under physician direction, assisting with simple procedures and patient education, maintaining exam rooms, and contributing to team meetings and other assigned tasks. The posted pay range is $19.00–$20.00 per hour, commensurate with experience.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent years of related experience preferred.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced clinical environment.
Nice To Haves
- Nextech/ICP experience is strongly preferred.
- Ophthalmic and/or optometric technician experience is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Review patient charts to ensure information is complete and accurate.
- Perform testing ordered by the doctor, based on the scheduled exam, patient complaint, and/or patient history.
- Act as a medical scribe during physician examinations and enter data into electronic medical records.
- Take ocular and systemic histories and accurately record visual acuity.
- Administer topical ophthalmic or oral medications under the direction of the physician.
- Assist with simple in-office procedures and ensure proper informed consent is obtained.
- Assist with patient education.
- Maintain cleanliness and orderliness of exam rooms during the workday.
- Comply with practice procedures and protocols and with State and Federal regulations.
- Report inventory and supply needs to leadership in a timely manner for ordering.
- Participate in daily team huddles and regularly scheduled meetings as planned and required.
- Report potential or suspected errors to a supervisor or Compliance Officer.
- Complete additional tasks or projects as needed to contribute to the team.
- Maintain a positive attitude, cooperation, self-motivation, courtesy, and professionalism.
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- 401(k) with match
- HSA/FSA
- Telemedicine
- Generous PTO package
- Employee discounts and perks
- Employee Assistance Program
- Group Life/AD&D
- Short-term disability insurance
- Long-term disability insurance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
