Senior Ophthalmic Technician Certified

BMC Software•Boston, MA

5d•$32 - $38•Onsite

About The Position

Under the guidance of the physician and direct supervision of the Tech Trainer/Supervisor/ and Chief Ophthalmic Technician, performs various tasks to provide clinical support necessary for quality patient care. Participates in the care of patients in a clinical setting by performing various ophthalmic examinations; scheduling appointments, scribing, and maintaining patient medical records. Responsibilities include organizing and prioritizing work to ensure completion in an efficient and timely manner. At Boston Medical Center, various levels for Ophthalmic Technician roles are offered, encompassing general responsibilities as well as expanded scope based on skillset and experience, providing clear pathways for growth, development, and recognition.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required.
Certification or Licensure required.
Requires current national certification through the Joint Commission of Allied Health Professionals in Ophthalmology (JCAHPO) in at least one of the following: Certified Ophthalmic Assistant or Certified Ophthalmic Technician or Certified Ophthalmic Medical Technologist.
Or: Licensure or Doctorate in Optometry or Ophthalmology, which includes foreign licensure and doctorate degrees.
Requires 5+ years of previous experience working as an Ophthalmic Assistant or Technician.
Experience would include history taking, ophthalmic patient services, general medical knowledge, and visual acuity testing, visual field testing, lensometry, color vision testing, extraocular muscle testing, and tonometry, as well as various other more complex skills.
Must be able to complete complex tasks as directed by the physician which may include: Pachymetry, Manifest Refractometry, OCT, Pentacam, DRS+, IOL Master and Immersion A scan, Specular Microscopy and Optos.
Must also be able to perform one or more of the following more advanced skills, such as: B scan, Goldmann Visual Fields.
Must have knowledge of medical terminology.
Requires the analytical ability to understand and apply complex and semi-complex ophthalmic procedures and follow detailed instructions from the physician.
Requires the interpersonal skills necessary to relate to patients in a sympathetic and tactful manner and allay patient apprehension.
Excellent English communication skills (oral and written).
Basic computer proficiency inclusive of ability to access, enter, and interpret computerized data/information.
An optimistic attitude, strong customer service focus, and willingness to work as a contributing member of a team.
Requires knowledge of the Department’s policies, procedures and protocols normally acquired through on-the-job training.

Nice To Haves

Preferably one to two years of education beyond high school (graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant, Ophthalmic Medical Technology, Ophthalmic Assistant, or Allied Health Professional program or equivalent preferred).
Bilingual or multi-lingual skills (beyond that of English) appropriate to the patient population served is a plus.

Responsibilities

Greets patients and gathers demographic information and documents in the medical record.
Screens each patient and completes preliminary examination according to each physician’s preference to include, documentation of chief complaint, history of present illness, allergies, current medication, and medical history.
Documents all procedures/decisions in the patient's medical record, under instruction from physician which may include facilitating and or scribing.
Conducts fundamental patient education and counseling.
Assist physician in preparing patients for laser surgery, basic maintenance and inventory of ophthalmic equipment and supplies.
Sets up for surgical setting, such as preparation of tools and instruments.
Assists the physician in surgical setting following established protocols and paying attention to patient’s clinical needs.
Operates various clinical equipment.
Records patients’ findings in patients’ medical records.
Regularly maintains work area and equipment in a neat and orderly manner; assists in the cleaning and organizing of clinical area on own initiative and reports any malfunctioning equipment as observed by supervisor.
Maintains a complete understanding of emergency procedures.
Attends staff meetings and seminars.
Adapts to changes based on departmental needs including but not limited to helping other team members, floating, adjusting assignments, etc.
Performs more complex tasks as directed by the physician which may include: Pachymetry, Manifest Refractometry, OCT, Pentacam, DRS+, IOL Master and Immersion A scan, Specular Microscopy and Optos.
Must have the ability to perform one or more of the following more advanced skills, such as: B scan, Goldmann Visual Fields.