Ophthalmic Technician Pediatric Eye Consultants of North Florida

Jacksonville, FL - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 2 days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Ophthalmic Technician - Pediatrics

We are a busy Pediatric Ophthalmology practice seeking a highly motivated and dependable Ophthalmic Technician who is willing to work in a fast paced environment. We are currently staffed with one full time pediatric ophthalmologist and one full time optometrist. We serve patients age 21 and younger for comprehensive care and adult strabismus patients of any age.

Top benefits package including:

90% Employer Paid Employee Medical
Dental
Vision
100% Employer Paid STD & LTD
Supplemental Insurance Options
7 Paid Holidays
401k Plan and Amazing Work Environment

Education and Training:

High school diploma or equivalent.
1 year experience as an OT required.
COA or COT Certification highly desirable

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

Specific

Interact with all patients using the level of respect and professionalism required by this practice.
Obtain patient history to includechiefcomplaint history of present illness past history (ocular and general) family history (ocular and general) and history of allergies and medications.
Perform accurate and consistent documentation and measurement tasks to include: Visual Acuity Manual Lensometry Confrontational Visual Fields Stereo testing Evaluation of Motility Pupillary Function Tests Color Plates ApplanationTonometry Humphrey Visual Field Testing OCT Fundus Photos Pentacam I-Care BAT PAMShirmers Pachymetry Low Contrast Sloan Test for MS study patients assess angles before dilation and check for patent PIs when necessary.
Assist patients with contact lens fitting I & R ordering and maintaining contact lens inventory.
Troubleshoot instruments as necessary. Replace bulbs. Check difficulty to Lead Ophthalmic Technician. Maintain stock levels and cleanliness of exam lanes.
Assist physicians in all clinical areas including minor surgical procedures including cleaning prior and performs all tests as ordered byphysician. Be aware of the red light button and respond in a timely manner.
Scribe when rooms are full and there is down time in between patients.
Maintain a smooth flow of patients to the physician altering the test sequence as required.
Escort patients from the clinical area to the checkout station or optical dispensary when necessary.
Seek advice from more senior staff as necessary never performing beyond capabilities.
Maintain the Tech-Inbox- this duty will be given to a specific technician or multiple technicians.
Obtain phone messages - messages must be returned within 24-48 hours if not emergent-this duty will be given to a specific technician or multiple technicians.
Refill medications with Doctor approval.
Print out glasses and contact lens prescriptions when needed.
Maintain proper EHR documentation following all office protocol and policies.
Ordering supplies - this duty will be given to a specific technician.
Other duties as assigned

General

Serve as a brand representative for FPA by embracing the Company culture and mission statement core values and standard of conduct.
Strictly adhere to all Standards:
- Compliance Standards
- Privacy and Security Standards
- Workplace Standards
- Workforce Standards
Strictly adhere to Department Policies and Procedures.
Participate in quality assurance and quality improvement process.
Participate in corporate compliance program.
Promptly report suspected acts of non-compliance with Company Standards and Policies.
Participate in job-related continuing education programs.
Perform other duties as assigned by your supervisor or designee.

EEOC Disclaimer:

Florida Pediatric Associates provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race color religion age sex national origin disability status genetics protected veteran status sexual orientation gender identity or expression or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including recruiting hiring placement promotion termination layoff recall transfer leaves of absence compensation and training.

Required Experience:

Ophthalmic Technician - PediatricsWe are a busy Pediatric Ophthalmology practice seeking a highly motivated and dependable Ophthalmic Technician who is willing to work in a fast paced environment. We are currently staffed with one full time pediatric ophthalmologist and one full time optometrist. We...