Ophthalmic Technician - Experience required

Eye Care Specialists • Norwood, MA

3d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Ophthalmic Technician performs a range of duties that prepare the patient to see the doctor. It is direct patient care, with on the job training.

Requirements

• Exceptional Customer service - understands and anticipates the patient's needs, takes action to meet the patients needs
• Proactive - keep others informed, ask for help when needed, brings challenges to supervisor
• Efficient - Utilizes technology, innovation, and process improvements to continuously improve efficiency and effectiveness
• Participates in teamwork , establishes strong working relationships with teammates
• Celebrates change , receptive to new ideas and responds positively to change
• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Ability to see, hear and speak with sufficient capability to perform assigned tasks
• Driving independently to other facilities

Nice To Haves

• Medical experience preferred but not required

Responsibilities

• Obtain medical and eye history from patient
• Documenting information using an EMR (electronic medical record)
• Prepare examination and treatment rooms
• Perform screening and testing to prepare the patient for the doctor's exam. This includes: Visual acuity, Color vision screening, Auto and manual lensometry, Auto and manual refraction, Tonometry, Amsler grid, Pupil evaluation, Other testing as needed
• Administer eye medications
• May assist physicians during minor surgical procedures
• Maintain and calibrate ophthalmic equipment
• Refill and prescribe medication on doctor's behalf
• Complete prior authorizations for patient medication

What This Job Offers

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