Ophthalmic Technician

Company:Desert Vista Eye Specialists
Job Title: Ophthalmic Technician
Department:Ophthalmology
Reports To: Clinic Supervisor
Location: Phoenix AZ

SUMMARY

An Ophthalmic Technician is a valuable asset to an Ophthalmologist as they assist in providing excellent patient care to the patients during their visit. This employee is able to handle a wide range of duties while using equipment to perform the initial testing needed to prepare a patient for an exam with an Ophthalmologist.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide exceptional customer service during every patient encounter (in person or via phone)
• Display a professional attitude greet patients promptly with a smile and thank them when they leave
• Anticipate Physician needs to facilitate the flow of the clinic
• Practice urgency at all times with patients time as well as doctors time and schedule
• Comply with all company policies and procedures including HIPAA
• Verify patients information by interviewing patient
• Record patients medical history and current medications and confirm purpose of visit
• Record all data in the patients Electronic Medical Record (EMR)
• Check condition of patients eyes by observing pupils muscles visual acuity and extraocular movements
• Required skills include: dilation refraction pressures and performing a variety of diagnostic tests including visual fields OCT GDX IOL master auto refractor and topography
• Demonstrates working knowledge of eye anatomy diseases symptoms and ocular medications
• Accurately and thoroughly document medical visits and procedures as they are being performed by the Physician
• Prepare patients for treatments and minor procedures; measure and record vital signs (blood pressure pulse and respiration rate) as required
• Open and close exam rooms as needed
• Keep examination treatment laser and any other assigned rooms cleaned and stocked with supplies and keep drug count up to date.
• General office duties and cleaning to be assigned by manager
  
  

QUALIFICATIONS

• Provides excellent patient care and is energetic and empathetic with patients
• Must comply with HIPAA confidentiality standards when communicating patient information
• Communication skills and the ability to coordinate and cooperate with all levels of employees in a courteous professional manner at all times
• Organizational skills with focus on tracking patient care and improving patient flow
• Desire to gain industry knowledge and training
• Demonstrates initiative in accomplishing practice goals
• Ability to grow adapt and accept change
• Consistently creates a positive work environment by being team-oriented and patient-focused
• Commitment to work over 40 hours to meet the needs of the business
• Ability to work weekends when applicable
• Reliable transportation that would allow employee to go to multiple work locations with minimal notice
  
  

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

• Minimum Required: High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required
• Minimum Required: One year of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
  
  

LICENSES AND CREDENTIALS

• Current Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) or Certified Ophthalmic Technician (COT) certification is preferred but not required
  

SYSTEMS AND TECHNOLOGY

• Proficient in Microsoft Excel Word PowerPoint Outlook
• Experience using Electronic Medical Records (EMR) systems
• Computer proficiency and ability to quickly learn new applications
  
  

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• This role requires a variety ofphysicalactivities to effectively perform essential job functions. The position involves frequent walking (75%) sitting (50%) and standing (50%) with regular bending stooping and reaching (2550%). Employees must be able to lift carry push and pull items up to 25 lbs. Strong fine motor skills and full use of hands are essential as the role demands constant grasping writing/typing and use of technology. Visual and auditory acuityincluding color depth peripheral vision and the ability to adjust focusis required100% of the time. Occasional driving or climbing may also be necessary.
  
  

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EyeCare Partners is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin veteran or disability status.