Ophthalmic Procedure Technician

Job Title

Ophthalmic Procedure Technician

General Summary of Duties:

The Procedure Technician is responsible for assisting and supporting various functions of a clinic operation that includes prepping logging and drawing up medications for clinic procedures; educating patients and obtaining their consents for treatment; supporting the physician during a procedure and ensuring that relevant documentation is completed and all dispensed medication are reconciled in various systems and EHR.

Essential Functions:

Oversees the procedure process from start to finish such as reviewing patient charts ensuring medication is approved rooming the patient prepping and logging medication supporting the provider in the dispensing process cleaning and sanitizing of trays and documenting as per workflow.

Educates patients on retina conditions and obtains consents for treatment

Preps logs and draws up medications for procedures

Assist with all clinical procedures such as injections and lasers

Documents all relevant procedures information into EHR per workflow

Ensures proper sanitation cleaning and sterilization of rooms and instruments

Conducts diagnostic testing such as OCTs to improve clinic flow

Assists with supplies and medication stockup such as monitoring inventory counting and sorting medication for satellite locations in coordination with the Scribe and clinic manager (gauze eye wash eye drops applicator drapes).

Serves as back up Scribe to the physician

Provides back up support to other technicians when assigned

Interacts with patients staff and providers in a friendly and courteous manner

Coordinates with referral and benefit teams to ensure procedures are approved per insurance

Determines patient flow and placement in clinic lanes

Performs various duties related to medication reconciliation such as Arbimed

Perform other duties as assigned

The incumbent must demonstrate current competencies applicable to the job posting. Every employee is required to be up to date on company policies workflows and protocols throughout their tenure of employment with American Vision Partners.

Education:

1 year back office experience

High School Diploma or GED.

At AVP we provide a high level of onboarding training and career pathway opportunities to interested applicants who may choose to have a career with us and or obtain a COA certification.

Requirements/Skills and Abilities:

Must be computer literate.

Knowledge of HIPAA is a plus

Attention to details and personal organization

Ability to work independently

Ability to read write speak and comprehend written policies and documents.

Must have consistent predictable and reliable attendance.

Commitment to AVP Core Values Financial Strength Exceptional Experience Team Work Continuous Improvement and Hard Work.

Ability to work independently and communicate effectively.

Desire to uphold and adhere to COVID 19 policies and procedures.

Dedication to high quality patient care and patient satisfaction.

Positive attitude and excellent telephone etiquette.

Ability to deal tactfully and effectively with patients

Ability to travel with care team to various locations and satellites

Must have reliable transportation

To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. I accept the required job duties for the position and have received a copy of this job description.

This job description is intended to provide only basic guidelines for meeting job requirements. Responsibilities knowledge skills abilities and working environment may change as needs evolve.

Your health happiness and your future matters! At AVP we offer everything from medical and dental insurance significant eye care discounts child care assistance pet insurance continuing education funds 401(k) paid holidays PTO Sick Time opportunity for growth and much more!