Technician-Ophthalmic I-Riley Pediatric Ophthalmology-Carmel
About The Position
This Ophthalmic Technician-I role at Riley Pediatric Ophthalmology in Carmel, IN, is a full-time position supporting patient care and clinical flow. The role involves performing preliminary ophthalmic examinations, assisting with diagnostic testing, managing clinical messages, and supporting providers. The position is suitable for individuals with no prior experience, as comprehensive hands-on training is provided by experienced technicians. The company, Indiana University Health, is Indiana's most comprehensive health system, offering a supportive and collaborative team environment with a consistent weekday schedule. The role is responsible for ophthalmic, diagnostic procedures and ophthalmic/medical assistance in support of the clinical activities of the department.
Requirements
- High School Diploma/GED
- 0-3 Years of Experience
- Basic Life Support certification required within 30 days of employment, through the AHA
- Requires knowledge of infection control principles
- Requires ability to effectively prioritize multiple patient care needs
Nice To Haves
- Experience with basic ophthalmic workup and testing preferred
- Prefer knowledge of exam room environment
- Other advanced life support certifications may be preferred per unit/department specialty according to patient care policies
Responsibilities
- Rooming patients and gathering medical history
- Performing vision testing
- Measuring eye pressure
- Assisting with diagnostic testing
- Managing clinical pool messages and follow-ups
- Supporting providers and teammates throughout the day
- Performs preliminary ophthalmic examinations
- Explains testing procedures to patients
- Assists providers with post-op surgery patients
- Maintains diagnostic equipment
- Cleans all equipment in exam rooms consistent with current infection control policies
- Will stock exam rooms and work areas, while checking for expired supplies
- May assist in minor OR procedures and ocular injections
- May provide back-up support for other departments as needed
Benefits
- 401(k) with employer match
- Tuition reimbursement
- Student loan forgiveness eligibility
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Healthy Results Wellness Program with bi-weekly financial incentives
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
