Optometric Technician - Medical Assistant

Hunter Health • Wichita, KS

22h • Onsite

About The Position

Hunter Health provides all-encompassing care for the Wichita community, including medical, dental, behavioral, vision, laboratory, radiology and pharmacy services, all in one place. We pride ourselves in providing the support patients need to take control of their health and their whole wellbeing. Our Hunter Health team is at the heart of our operations. From the initial interaction with a new patient to empowering individuals with the knowledge to manage their health - it begins with each member of our staff. Regardless of role or responsibility, every team member is a valuable part of living our mission and upholding our positive work environment with our Standards of Culture. We exist to improve the health and wellbeing of everyone in our community.

Requirements

• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) is required, within 30 days of hire.
• Ability to maintain appropriate clinical privileges.

Nice To Haves

• Certified or Registered Medical Technician, Medical Assistant and/or Optometry Technician is preferred.
• 1-3 years of experience in healthcare and/or optometry is preferred, with experience in a community health center is also preferred.
• Bilingual abilities are preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Assists the Optometrist in eye examinations and corrective procedures.
• Assists Physicians, Mid-Levels, Nurses, and other Medical Assistants with patient care.
• Follows all processes and procedures during patient visits, including pre-testing requirements, eye exercises, and vision therapy.
• Assists with setting up patient rooms, tray and patient themselves for exams by what the visit entails.
• Completes documentation on patients for historical information, chief complaints, procedures, patient encounters, phone calls, referrals, education, medication, and follow-ups.
• Assists with monitoring inventory and keeping the storage supply closet organized.
• Follows all infection prevention protocols.
• Follows all processes and procedures after patient visits, including providing educational materials and cleaning the room.
• Completes all internal processing forms accurately.
• Travels when necessary to meet operational needs.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• 20 days of PTO per year, plus 10 paid holidays.
• Employer-paid Benefits include: Basic life insurance, Short-term disability, Long term disability, Employee Assistance Program with 12 free sessions per year.
• Optional Benefits include: Medical, Dental, Vision, Supplemental life insurance, Accident and critical illness insurance, Identity Theft Insurance, 401k with Safe Harbor Plan match.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed