Clinical Technician Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Valid driver's license and ability to drive a motor vehicle.
• Ability to stand or sit for extended periods and lift up to 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

• Electronic Medical Records (EMR) experience.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Entry-level candidates are considered; typical experience is 0–3 years.

Responsibilities

• Greet patients, explain what to expect during appointments, escort them to exam rooms, and communicate delays or other changes.
• Gather patient information and enter it into the electronic medical records system.
• Document the patient's chief complaint, present illness, and past medical history, and accurately record information according to established standards and physician requirements.
• Perform ophthalmic diagnostic tests and procedures, including visual acuity, tonometry, and lensometry.
• Conduct tests and measure eye muscle function, pupil size, and reactivity.
• Apply eye drops to anesthetize, dilate, or medicate eyes.
• Assist with minor surgery procedures, intraocular injections, and laser treatments, including preparing patients for sterile procedures.
• Educate patients on medication administration and pre- and post-operative instructions as directed by physicians.
• Scribe for physicians as needed.
• Protect confidential patient information, safeguard medical records, and complete diagnostic and procedure coding in accordance with HIPAA requirements.
• Use problem-solving skills to respectfully and efficiently de-escalate dissatisfied patients.
• Maintain basic knowledge of eye anatomy, diseases, symptoms, and ocular medications; stay current with technologies and medications and answer general patient questions.
• Maintain the clinic environment, including sterilization and cleaning.
• Assist team members and complete other special projects as requested.

Benefits

• Competitive wages.
• Medical, dental, life, and short- and long-term disability insurance.
• Generous paid time off (PTO) program.
• Seven company-paid holidays.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
• Uniform reimbursement.
• Mileage reimbursement when traveling to other locations.