Ophthalmic Technician

ASSOCIATED RETINA CONSULTANTS•Mesa, AZ

28d•Onsite

About The Position

Since 1974, Associated Retina Consultants has an experienced team of Arizona eye specialists to diagnose and treat your vision problem. Our focus is on the retina, macula, and vitreous humor in the eye. We work hard every day to protect and save our patient’s vision, helping them lead better quality lives. Position Overview The Ophthalmic Technician uses ophthalmic techniques to perform the preliminary work-up of patients, assists the physician(s) during the patient examination and documents the patient encounter in the patients’ electronic medical record as communicated by the physician. Promptly and professionally assists the doctor in patient care. Efficiently and accurately interviews patients and documents histories and special testing. Communicates with patients regarding follow-up care, surgeries, procedures, changes in schedule, symptoms, surgery scheduling, etc. Maintains and cleans all equipment being used and will report irregularities of such to the floor monitor or immediate supervisor. Instill Eye Drops Clean and stock exam rooms as needed. Check expiration dates on medications. Reliable attendance and punctuality are an essential function Accurately performs: OCT Tonometry with Perkins and Tonopen Visual Acuity Amsler Grid Testing Muscle Testing Pupil Exams Confrontation Visual Field Exam Attends staff meetings as required. When unable to attend will refer to the agenda and meetings notes. Travel to other ARC locations may be required.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED Certificate
Certified Ophthalmic Assistant, Medical Assistant, or Ophthalmic Scribe Certification. (If not certified must be willing to obtain OSC within 30 days of hire)
Ability to read, write and speak effectively in English.
Ability to work with culturally diverse people.
Excellent communication, time management, and leadership skills.
Good computer skills. Able to navigate between screens: able to accurately enter data. Able to type 30 words per minute
Reliable attendance and punctuality are an essential function
Traveling is required, and time may vary. May require sitting in a bus for up to 2.5 hours at a time.
To be determined by the needs of the practice Shifts can range anywhere between 8-14 hours. For the Phoenix office, Saturday hours are a must. Will include some early evening hours as well.

Nice To Haves

Six (6) months of progressively responsible outpatient or medical office experience that demonstrates an understanding of the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Bi-lingual a plus.
Willing to train the preferred candidate.

Responsibilities

Perform preliminary work-up of patients using ophthalmic techniques.
Assist physicians during patient examinations.
Document patient encounters in electronic medical records as communicated by the physician.
Interview patients and document histories and special testing.
Communicate with patients regarding follow-up care, surgeries, procedures, changes in schedule, symptoms, surgery scheduling, etc.
Maintain and clean all equipment and report irregularities.
Instill Eye Drops
Clean and stock exam rooms as needed.
Check expiration dates on medications.
Accurately performs: OCT Tonometry with Perkins and Tonopen Visual Acuity Amsler Grid Testing Muscle Testing Pupil Exams Confrontation Visual Field Exam
Attend staff meetings and refer to agenda and meeting notes when unable to attend.
Travel to other ARC locations may be required.