Ophthalmology Technician Certified

Geisinger•State College, PA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Assists physicians in the care and treatment of patients in the Ophthalmology Outpatient Department. Accountable for satisfying all job specific obligations and complying with all organization policies and procedures. The specific statements in this profile are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements considered necessary to successfully perform the job. Additional competencies and skills outlined in any department-specific orientation will be considered essential to the performance of the job related to that position. Work is typically performed in a clinical environment.

Requirements

High School Diploma or Equivalent (GED)
Minimum of 2 years-Related work experience
Certified Ophthalmic Assistant - Joint Commission on Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology (JCAHPO)
Communication
Computer Literacy
Epic Knowledge
Organizing

Responsibilities

Assists physicians with examinations, procedures, diagnostic studies, treatments, and dressings.
Assists with minor clinic surgery, special procedures, ophthalmic lavage, and preoperative preparation of patients.
Provides postoperative instructions when indicated.
Compiles preliminary histories on new patients.
Records new problems, including all current medications, on return patients on Epic charting.
Preceptor for new personnel such as ophthalmology assistant.
Also will precept for registered nurses and licensed practical nurses on technical equipment and training.
Assists in writing and reviewing ophthalmic policies and procedures.
Tests visual acuity, near and distant, and intraocular pressures.
Performs other types of ophthalmic testing.
Administers dilating agents for ophthalmic fundus examination upon successful completion of ophthalmic pharmacology exam by licensed medical staff and supervised member.
Assists with and sets up laser treatments, ultrasound testing and cryopexy surgery.
Performs ultrasound for measuring intraocular lens.
Completes calculations of findings and obtains Keratometer Readings.
Prepares cultures and pathology specimens for the laboratory and transports to the correct areas.
Takes and records vital signs.
Cleans and prepares instruments and equipment.
Sends for repair or exchange.
Assists with the emergency admission of patients.
Applies ident-a-bands.
Ensures permission for treatment and record of belongings sheets are signed.
Ensures patient is properly transported to hospital unit.
Completes necessary charges for appliances, dressings, medications, special procedures, and testing for the patient.
Orders pharmaceuticals, linen, stock, stationery, surgical instruments, and other ophthalmic supplies for clinic.
Scribes in electronic medical record according to what the physician dictates.

Benefits

Full benefits (health, dental and vision) starting on day one
Three medical plan choices, including an expanded network for out-of-area employees and dependents
Pre-tax savings plans with healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts (FSA) and a health savings account (HSA)
Company-paid life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability coverage
401(k) plan that includes automatic Geisinger contributions
Generous paid time off (PTO) plan that allows you to accrue time quickly
Up to $5,000 in tuition reimbursement per calendar year
MyHealth Rewards wellness program to improve your health while earning a financial incentive
Family-friendly support including adoption and fertility assistance, parental leave pay, military leave pay and a free Care.com membership with discounted backup care for your loved ones
Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Referrals for childcare, eldercare, & pet care. Access free legal guidance, mental health visits, work-life support, digital self-help tools and more.
Voluntary benefits including accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, identity theft protection, universal life and pet and legal insurance