Ophthalmic Technician

Eye Care Partners Career Opportunities•Millburn, NJ

24d•Onsite

About The Position

EyeCare Partners is hiring a full-time, long-term Ophthalmic Technician / Scribe for Vitreous Retina Macula Specialists of New Jersey. The role is based in Millburn, New Jersey, with travel to the Somerset office as needed; mileage is reimbursed. The technician supports ophthalmologists by conducting preliminary patient work-ups, documenting visits as a scribe, and potentially assisting physicians during examinations and treatments. The position requires open availability for shifts within the offices’ Monday–Friday hours of 7:45 a.m.–7:00 p.m. and Saturday hours of 7:45 a.m.–1:00 p.m. Some earlier or later work may be needed, and the role may require working over 40 hours and weekends when applicable. Students seeking part-time work during the school year or work limited to a gap year cannot be accommodated. The technician provides patient-focused service, gathers and records medical information, performs ophthalmic assessments and diagnostic testing, documents procedures in the electronic medical record, and helps maintain exam and treatment rooms. The position also includes general office duties and cleaning as assigned.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Hands-on patient care experience.
Reliable transportation that permits travel between multiple work locations with minimal notice.
Proficient keyboarding and ability to use an EMR and image management system.
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook, and ability to learn new applications quickly.
Basic computer skills and strong customer service skills.
Ability to work over 40 hours to meet business needs and work weekends when applicable.
Favorable result on a background check.
Ability to interact courteously and professionally with employees at all levels.
Ability to adapt to change, take initiative, and contribute to a positive, team-oriented, patient-focused work environment.

Nice To Haves

Eyecare experience; at least one year as an Ophthalmology Technician in general ophthalmology and/or retina is preferred.
Phlebotomy experience.
Current Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) or Certified Ophthalmic Technician (COT) certification.
Ophthalmic Scribe Certification (OSC).
Phlebotomy license.

Responsibilities

Provide exceptional customer service to patients in person and by phone; greet patients professionally and thank them when they leave.
Anticipate physician needs and help maintain the flow and schedule of the clinic.
Follow company policies and procedures, including HIPAA requirements.
Interview patients to verify information, record medical history and current medications, and confirm the purpose of the visit.
Enter patient information and visit data into the electronic medical record (EMR).
Assess eye condition by observing pupils, muscles, visual acuity, and extraocular movements.
Perform dilation, refraction, pressure testing, and diagnostic tests including visual fields, OCT, GDX, IOL master, auto refractor, and topography.
Document medical visits and procedures accurately and thoroughly as physicians perform them.
Use examination and procedure codes in the EMR and ensure accurate procedure coding, charges, and diagnosis codes.
Prepare patients for treatments and minor procedures; measure and record vital signs as required.
Open and close examination rooms as needed.
Clean and stock examination, treatment, laser, and other assigned rooms, and maintain drug counts.
Perform general office duties and cleaning as assigned by the manager.