Ophthalmology Tech

Summit Health, Inc.•White Plains, NY

30d•$21 - $26

About The Position

We're a physician-led, patient-centric network committed to simplifying health care and bringing a more connected kind of care. Our primary, multispecialty, and urgent care providers serve millions of patients in traditional practices, patients' homes and virtually through VillageMD and our operating companies Village Medical, Village Medical at Home, Summit Health, CityMD, and Starling Physicians. When you join our team, you become part of a compassionate community of people who work hard every day to make health care better for all. We are innovating value-based care and leveraging integrated applications, population insights and staffing expertise to ensure all patients have access to high-quality, connected care services that provide better outcomes at a reduced total cost of care. Please Note: We will only contact candidates regarding your applications from one of the following domains: @summithealth.com, @citymd.net, @villagemd.com, @villagemedical.com, @westmedgroup.com, @starlingphysicians.com, or @bmctotalcare.com. Essential Functions and Job Responsibilities:

Requirements

COA (Certified Ophthalmic Assistant) Certification preferred
Minimum 1 year of prior Ophthalmology experience required
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Empathetic personality giving attention to patient's needs and concerns
Strong organizational skills with attention to detail
Ability to work as a team member
Flexibility to travel to other sites when needed
Computer literacy and fast learner

Responsibilities

Performing visual acuity screenings
Taking ocular measurements, both anatomical and functional
Perform a variety of Ophthalmic testing
Gathering cataract measurements
Administering or preparing ocular medications
Refractometry (measurements for the glasses prescription using the auto refractor)
Providing eye care and contact lens information to the patient
Maintaining and cleaning ophthalmic instruments
Assisting the ophthalmologist in basic procedures
Obtaining prior authorizations for in office and ambulatory surgical procedures
Scheduling appointments
Clarify pre-op and post op instructions with patients
Processing pharmacy requests, patient phone calls, and provider messages appropriately
Stocking and maintains examination rooms
Perform retinal photographs utilizing a Digital Retinal Camera.
Performs clinical skills following procedural guidelines
Adheres to infection control safety and OSHA guidelines
Stocks and maintains examination rooms, and medical supplies