Ophthalmic Technician
JOB TITLE: Ophthalmic Technician
REPORTS TO: Practice Manager/Physician
FLSA STATUS: Non-exempt
JOB OVERVIEW : Assist the physician with diagnostic and treatment-oriented procedures
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:
- Assist in coordination of scheduling of patient appointments and surgeries.
- Interview patients and document ocular and medical histories.
- Perform a variety of routine tests using ophthalmic instruments that provide diagnostic information including, but not limited to, intraocular pressures, basic motility, visual fields, ultrasonography and fundus photography.
- Assist the physician during diagnostic and minor surgical procedures, including instrumentation, sterile preparations and documentation.
- Administer topical medications or diagnostic drugs as required by the provider for testing or treatment.
- Prepare and position patient for diagnostic tests and procedures.
- Assist the physician with patient education pertaining to the treatment prescribed.
- Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.
- Comply with OSHA and Infection Control related policies and procedures.
- Document accurate information in the medical record.
- Record patient charges for billing department.
ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES: Prepare procedure and exam rooms; inventory equipment and supplies; replenish supplies and equipment.
- Perform basic triage per specific office protocol procedures.
- Maintain professional appearance and personal conduct at all times.
- Adhere to employer work practices as described in clinic handbook/procedure manual.
- Work as an effective team member.
- Effectively cope with job situations.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS :
Education/Experience:
Required:
- High school diploma or equivalent with experience in an ophthalmology setting and willing to train as an Ophthalmology Assistant; OR
- Medical Assistant who is a graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant program willing to train as an Ophthalmology Assistant; OR
- Preferred: High school diploma or equivalent plus a minimum of one year of direct health care clinical experience or successful completion of a JRCOMP (Joint Review Committee for Ophthalmic Medical Personnel) approved program for Ophthalmology Assistants plus a minimum or one year of satisfactory, full-time work experience under ophthalmologic supervision.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS Stand or Sit – Must be able to remain in a stationary position (standing or sitting) 100% of the time.
- Walk - Must be able to freely move about the clinic in order to access patient rooms, equipment, charts, etc.
- Use of hands/fingers - Consistently operates a computer keyboard in order to enter patient information.
- Stoop/kneel/crouch – Occasionally must position self to obtain stored equipment.
- Talk/hear – Frequently communicates with co-workers and patients regarding patient care. Must be able to exchange accurate information.
- Carry/lift – Occasional must lift supplies/equipment up to 50 pounds.
This job description reflects management assignment of essential functions; it does not prescribe or restrict the total tasks that may be assigned. ''This Company Describes Its Culture as: Detail-oriented -- quality and precision-focused Team-oriented -- cooperative and collaborative:
- People-oriented -- supportive and fairness-focused
- Stable -- traditional, stable, strong processes
- Outcome-oriented -- results-focused with strong performance culture Work Remotely
- No
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- On-the-job training
- Paid time off
Medical Specialty:
- Ophthalmology
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 12 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- No weekends
Ability to Commute:
- Birmingham, AL 35233 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Birmingham, AL 35233: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
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