Ophthalmology Technician

Geisinger•Pittston, PA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Assists physicians in the ophthalmologic care and treatment of patients. This role involves supporting physicians with examinations, procedures, diagnostic studies, treatments, and dressings. The technician will also compile preliminary histories, record patient problems and medications, and scribe in the electronic medical record as dictated by the physician. Key responsibilities include performing various ophthalmic tests, assisting with minor surgeries and laser treatments, and managing clinic supplies and patient charges.

Requirements

HS diploma or GED
Communication
Computer Literacy
Epic Knowledge
Organizing
High School Diploma or Equivalent (GED)

Nice To Haves

Successful completion of ophthalmic pharmacology exam

Responsibilities

Assists physicians with examinations, procedures, diagnostic studies, treatments, and dressings.
Compiles preliminary histories on new patients.
Records new problems, including all current medications, on return patients on EMR charting.
Scribes in electronic medical record as dictated by physician.
Tests visual acuity, near and distant, and intraocular pressures.
Administers dilating agents for ophthalmic fundus examination upon successful completion of ophthalmic pharmacology exam.
Escorts patients to waiting area.
Performs ophthalmic testing, visual field testing, air tension testing, color vision testing, color sensitivity testing, automatic refractors, Retinomax, Keratometry, lensometry, Intraocular lens measurements, pachymetry, optical coherencetomography testing, photographic imaging and corneal topography.
Assists physician with minor clinic surgery, special procedures, ophthalmic lavage, and preoperative preparation of patients.
Provides postoperative instructions when indicated.
Assists with and sets up laser treatments, including Argon, Krypton, and YAG lasers, 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.
Keeps examining rooms clean, orderly, and well stocked with supplies.
Assists with the emergency admission of patients.
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.

Benefits

health
dental
vision
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
healthcare benefits for full time and part time positions from day one, including vision, dental and domestic partners.
atmosphere of collaboration, cooperation and collegiality.