Ophthalmic Technician - Willing to Train!

Eye Care Partners Career Opportunities•Godfrey, IL

18d•Onsite

About The Position

EyeCare Partners is hiring an Ophthalmic Technician for Quantum Vision Centers in Godfrey, Illinois. The technician supports an Ophthalmologist by providing patient care and completing initial testing and other preparations for examinations. Travel to other nearby locations is required as needed, with mileage reimbursement provided. The position is full-time; offices are open Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturday from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Some work earlier or later may be needed. Starting pay is $19 per hour, with potential for a higher rate depending on experience. The technician welcomes and assists patients, gathers and documents medical information, performs eye assessments and diagnostic testing, and supports physicians during visits and procedures. The role also includes maintaining exam and treatment rooms, supplies, and medication counts, along with general office duties and cleaning. The employer is EyeCare Partners, a clinically integrated eye-care provider with more than 300 ophthalmologists, 700 optometrists, and over 650 affiliated practice locations across 18 states and 80 markets.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
One year of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Provide excellent patient care and demonstrate energy and empathy with patients.
Comply with HIPAA confidentiality standards when communicating patient information.
Communicate and coordinate courteously and professionally with employees at all levels.
Demonstrate organization skills focused on tracking patient care and improving patient flow.
Show a desire to gain industry knowledge and training, initiative in accomplishing practice goals, and adaptability to change.
Contribute to a positive, team-oriented, patient-focused work environment.
Commit to working over 40 hours when needed to meet business needs and work weekends when applicable.
Have reliable transportation to travel to multiple work locations with minimal notice.
Be proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook; have experience with EMR systems and the ability to learn new applications quickly.
Meet the role’s physical requirements, including lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling items up to 25 pounds; fine motor and hand-use requirements; and visual and auditory acuity.

Nice To Haves

Current Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) or Certified Ophthalmic Technician (COT) certification is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Provide courteous, exceptional customer service to patients in person and by phone; greet patients promptly and thank them when they leave.
Anticipate physician needs and help maintain efficient clinic flow while respecting patients’ and physicians’ time and schedules.
Comply with 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 checks, and diagnostic testing, including visual fields, OCT, GDX, IOL master, auto refractor, and topography.
Document medical visits and procedures accurately and thoroughly as the Physician performs them.
Prepare patients for treatments and minor procedures; measure and record vital signs as required.
Open and close exam rooms as needed.
Clean and stock examination, treatment, laser, and other assigned rooms; keep drug counts up to date.
Complete general office duties and cleaning assigned by the manager.
Travel to other area locations as needed.