Ophthalmic Technician - PRN

Southgate Surgery Center•Southgate, MI

21d•Onsite

About The Position

Southgate Surgery Center is hiring an Ophthalmic Technician/Medical Assistant to support an ophthalmologist and provide patient care. Training is provided. This PRN position is located in Southgate, Michigan, for 1–2 days per week. The center is open Monday through Friday from 6:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.; shifts fall within those hours, with occasional earlier or later work as needed. There are no late nights, weekends, holidays, or on-call shifts.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
One year of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
Desire to gain industry knowledge and training.
Initiative in accomplishing practice goals.
Ability to grow, adapt, and accept change.
Team-oriented and patient-focused approach to creating a positive work environment.
Ability to interact courteously and professionally with employees at all levels.
Reliable transportation that allows travel to multiple work locations with minimal notice.
Ability to meet the physical requirements of the role, including lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling items up to 25 pounds; frequent walking, sitting, and standing; regular bending, stooping, and reaching; fine motor skills and full use of hands; 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

Assist with monitoring vital signs and transporting patients.
Maintain aseptic technique, observe for breaks in technique, and properly care for contaminated items.
Assist with stocking operating-room supplies and maintaining adequate surgical-supply inventory.
Check equipment, including sterilizers and refrigerator temperatures, each surgical day and document checks on the monthly log sheet.
Assist in areas as requested and assist with preoperative assessment.
Discontinue Hep-Locks.
Assist with reviewing postoperative instructions with patients.
Work under the direct supervision of the nurse.
Perform fingerstick blood sugar tests and document results, including blood sugar and vital signs, in the medical record.
Assist the physician during laser procedures.
Report relevant patient observations and reactions to nurses and/or the physician.
Identify patient and family teaching needs and initiate interventions to address them.
Maintain and promote a positive, safe environment for patients and coworkers.
Assist with or initiate emergency measures in response to sudden adverse changes in a patient’s condition.
Monitor inventory levels to maintain desired quantities.
Attend departmental meetings and in-service education, and take responsibility for professional practice and ongoing education.
Use supplies and medication economically and ensure equipment is kept clean and safe.