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