Optometric Technician

Kindred Healthcare•Watertown, WI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Clinical Support personnel are responsible for meeting the needs of internal and external Clinic patients and customers and supporting the Clinics by providing a variety of direct patient care services including planning, implementing and evaluating direct patient care, assisting with diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, supervising appropriate recording and retention of all medical records, guiding patients via education and communication, maintaining optimal patient flow, and administering medications. This individual performs in accordance with hospital standards and policies. Performs routine clinical and administrative duties in support of assigned area or office. Operates under direct supervision.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Additional vocational/specialized healthcare training required.
CPR (AHA Healthcare Provider) required at hire or within 60 days
Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
Basic reading and math skills
Distribution, receiving and stocking procedures
Effective communication and interpersonal skills and behaviors
Inventorying and ordering procedure knowledge
Keyboarding skills including word processing
Demonstrates knowledge of safety and infection control hospital procedures
Basic medical terminology understanding
Order entry skills
Knowledge to provide assistance or care appropriate for the ages and developmental needs, of patients served.

Nice To Haves

An Associate's degree as an optometric technician may be a benefit.
Previous experience, performing the above duties in a physician’s office preferred unless otherwise noted.

Responsibilities

Implements pre-visit planning prior to the patient appointments to be prepared to address their healthcare needs at the time of the visit. Obtains reports and information necessary for complete care of the patient.
Under the supervision of physician or nurse, accurately prepares the patient including patient assessment, taking and accurately recording vital signs, and preparing all forms required for patient care. Also, screens patient for safety, psychosocial needs, and health related topics.
Performs basic diagnostic procedures and specimen collection. Runs clinical laboratory equipment in accordance with clinic and vendor policies and procedures including temperature monitors and quality control. Performs phlebotomy and related laboratory procedures (i.e., throat swabs, UCG, TB skin test, FOB, EKG and others as assigned). Monitors and communicates changes in patient condition. Documents patient care given.
Under the supervision of the provider, administers vaccinations and other medications.
Completes medication refills requests under the provider’s direction.
Communicates with clinic RN’s and Providers regarding status of patients and assists with patient care on a daily basis. Demonstrates immediate intervention in critical situations.
Assists with telephone triage under the direction of providers.
Under supervision of a provider, assists with patient activities such as transporting patients, providing supplies, opening sterile items, and administering medications/immunizations using aseptic techniques, ear lavages, cast removals, tympanogram, nebulizer treatments, vision checks, peak flows and assists providers in room during procedures.
Maintains equipment and medical supplies, including reordering, stocking, cleaning, laundry, and troubleshooting. Receives, inspects, and stocks supplies timely. Maintains examination areas. Identifies malfunctioning equipment and implements corrective measures.
Performs administrative or clerical duties as assigned, including filing, medical record activities, reception, scheduling, data entry, and patient registration. Completes prior authorizations in accordance with insurer/third party payer requirements. Obtains and accurately records all patient information necessary for the proper care and treatment of the patient.