Ophthalmic Technician

University Physician Group • Detroit, MI

2d

About The Position

The Ophthalmic Technician assists Physicians with diagnostic testing, examination, education, and treatment of patients.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• Certification as an Ophthalmic Assistant
• Patient care experience required
• Knowledge of Ophthalmology terminology, eye anatomy and medical terminology
• Accurate refraction and applanation skills
• Good written and verbal communication skills to convey and receive information effectively (face-to-face, telephone and electronic)
• Good analytical and judgment skills
• Ability to use computer software programs and systems
• Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding patients, personnel and/or financial data
• Excellent organizational skills to work independently, prioritize, handle multiple tasks and manage time
• Compliance with departmental Health and Safety policies and procedures
• Mandatory TB test annually (based on Department guidelines)

Nice To Haves

• Retina scoping experience preferred
• 1-3 years experience in an Ophthalmology practice preferred

Responsibilities

• Greet and escort patients to examination rooms; obtain patient consents and insurance information
• Escort patients to and from various destinations; assist patients in and out of examination chairs
• Obtain ocular, medical and family histories; document/update accurately in patients’ electronic medical record
• Explain procedures to patients
• Perform initial patient examinations by measuring, comparing and testing pupils including visual acuity, extraocular movements, eye pressure, color vision, etc.
• Perform automated and manual testing procedures including corneal topography, autorefraction, application, contrast sensitivity, tonometry, Goldman and Humphrey visual fields, Optical Coherence Tomography, A-Scans and B-Scans, etc. as directed by the physicians
• Administer anesthetics, dilation drops, ointments and medications as directed by the physicians
• Assist physicians with minor surgery and patient monitoring
• Complete paperwork for physicians
• Provide information and educational materials to patients concerning procedures and surgeries
• Participate in patient follow-up activities; assist patients with scheduling appointments and verify surgery schedules
• Maintain and clean equipment and examination rooms and working areas; stock rooms and/or order supplies
• Answer and triage patient telephone calls
• Establish and maintain productive working relationships with people inside and outside the department and/or practice

What This Job Offers

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