Ophthalmic Technician

EyeSouth Partners • McCandless, PA

7d • $20

About The Position

The Ophthalmic Technician assists ophthalmologists and optometrists by gathering information about patients’ ocular health. The role performs appropriate clinical tests, drawing on formal education and/or clinical experience and an understanding of eye-care theory and principles. The technician works in a fast-paced clinical environment and supports patient care as well as administrative and team activities.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent years of related experience preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced clinical environment.

Nice To Haves

• Nextech/ICP experience strongly preferred.
• Ophthalmic and/or optometric technician experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Review patient charts to ensure information is complete and accurate.
• Perform testing ordered by the doctor and appropriate to the scheduled exam, patient complaint, and/or patient history.
• Act as a medical scribe during physician examinations and enter data into electronic medical records.
• Take ocular and systemic histories and accurately record visual acuity.
• Administer topical ophthalmic or oral medications under physician direction.
• Assist with simple in-office procedures and ensure proper informed consent is obtained.
• Assist with patient education.
• Maintain cleanliness and orderliness of exam rooms during the workday.
• Comply with practice procedures and protocols and applicable state and federal regulations.
• Report inventory and supply needs to leadership in a timely manner.
• Participate in daily team huddles and regularly scheduled meetings.
• Report potential or suspected errors to a supervisor or Compliance Officer.
• Complete additional tasks or projects as needed to contribute to the team.
• Maintain a cooperative, self-motivated, courteous, and professional attitude.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401(k) with company match.
• HSA/FSA.
• Telemedicine.
• Generous PTO package.
• Employee discounts and perks.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Group life/AD&D insurance.
• Short-term disability insurance.
• Long-term disability insurance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED