Ophthalmic Technician/Medical Assistant (Glaucoma) - Training Provided, No Experience Required

Cincinnati Eye Institute•Blue Ash, OH

About The Position

This is a full-time, long-term position. Unfortunately, we cannot accommodate students looking for a summer job or that would need to go part-time during the school year. An Ophthalmic Technician is a valuable asset to an Ophthalmologist as they assist in providing excellent patient care to the patients during their visit. This employee is able to handle a wide range of duties while using equipment to perform the initial testing needed to prepare a patient for an exam with an Ophthalmologist. Perks: Full Benefits Package - Medical, Vision, Dental and Life Insurance 401k + Employer Matching Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays Paid Maternity Leave Eyecare Certification Reimbursement Employee Discounts Competitive Base Pay

Requirements

High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required
One year of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
Favorable result on background check required
Must be able to provide proof of identity and right to work in the United States
Commitment to work over 40 hours to meet the needs of the business
Ability to work weekends when applicable
Reliable transportation that would allow employee to go to multiple work locations with minimal notice
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, and sit. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Nice To Haves

Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) or Certified Ophthalmic Technician (COT) is preferred
Desire to gain industry knowledge and training
Demonstrates initiative in accomplishing practice goals
Ability to grow, adapt, and accept change
Consistently creating a positive work environment by being team-oriented and patient-focused
Ability to interact with all levels of employees in a courteous, professional manner at all times

Responsibilities

Provide exceptional customer service during every patient encounter (in person or via phone)
Display a professional attitude, greet patients promptly with a smile, and thank them when they leave
Practice urgency at all times with patient’s time, as well as doctor’s time and schedule
Comply with all company policies and procedures including HIPAA
Verify patient information by interviewing patient
Recording medical history, current medications and confirming purpose of visit
Records all data in the patient's Electronic Medical Record (EMR)
Checks condition of patient's eyes by observing pupils, muscles, visual acuity, and extraocular movements
Required skills include: dilation, refraction, pressures, and performing a variety of diagnostic tests including visual fields, OCT, GDX, IOL master, auto refractor and topography
Demonstrates working knowledge of eye anatomy, diseases, symptoms and ocular medications
General office duties and cleaning to be assigned by manager