Ophthalmic Technician - Willing to Train!
About The Position
Grene Vision Group, part of EyeCare Partners, is hiring an Ophthalmic Technician in Hutchinson, Kansas. The technician assists an ophthalmologist in providing patient care, using equipment to complete initial tests before the patient’s exam. The role includes supporting patient flow, communicating with patients and clinical staff, documenting care, preparing patients and rooms, and performing ophthalmic testing. The posting says the employer is willing to train, while also listing one year of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience, as the minimum requirement. This is a full-time position. Offices are open Monday through Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Saturday from 8 a.m. to noon. Employees may need to work earlier or later as needed, work over 40 hours to meet business needs, and work weekends when applicable. The position may involve travel to multiple work locations with minimal notice.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- Favorable background check result.
- At least one year of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Basic computer skills and ability to learn new applications quickly.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
- Experience using Electronic Medical Records (EMR) systems.
- Strong customer service, communication, organizational, and coordination skills.
- Ability to comply with HIPAA confidentiality standards.
- Knowledge of eye anatomy, diseases, symptoms, and ocular medications.
- Ability to work over 40 hours to meet business needs and work weekends when applicable.
- Reliable transportation that allows travel between multiple work locations with minimal notice.
- Ability to meet the physical demands described in the posting, including lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling items up to 25 pounds.
Nice To Haves
- Current Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) or Certified Ophthalmic Technician (COT) certification; preferred but not required.
Responsibilities
- Facilitate patient flow and anticipate physicians’ needs to keep the clinic running efficiently.
- Provide courteous, professional customer service to patients in person and by phone.
- Verify patient information, interview patients, record medical history and current medications, and confirm the purpose of the visit.
- Enter and accurately document patient data, medical visits, and procedures in the Electronic Medical Record (EMR).
- Perform preliminary ophthalmic testing, including dilation, refraction, pressure testing, and diagnostic tests such as visual fields, OCT, GDX, IOL master, auto refractor, and topography.
- Assess pupils, eye muscles, visual acuity, and extraocular movements.
- Prepare patients for treatments and minor procedures and measure and record vital signs as required.
- Communicate with patients, physicians, managers, and other employees; answer inquiries by phone, email, and in person.
- Comply with company policies and procedures, including HIPAA confidentiality requirements.
- Open and close exam rooms as needed; clean and stock examination, treatment, laser, and other assigned rooms; and maintain current drug counts.
- Perform general office duties and cleaning as assigned by the manager.
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Vision insurance
- Dental insurance
- Life insurance
- 401(k) with employer matching
- Paid time off
- Paid holidays
- Paid maternity leave
- Eyecare certification reimbursement
- Competitive base pay
- Employee discounts
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
