Ophthalmology Technician; Per Diem

Description

The Ophthalmology Technician will provide ophthalmic technical assistance to the Optometrist as they see patients, provide screening and testing as necessary. The Ophthalmic Technician I will be obtaining skills in patient care and preparing patients for examination as they assist in providing treatment to the eyes.

• Cleaning and/or sterilizing equipment and instruments.
• Performing, documenting, and obtaining lensmeter results, vision tests, visual fields, contact lens measurement, pre-surgical test results, and learning the refraction process.
• Assisting with coordination of care.
• Patient education on medication, disease processes, contact lens, etc.
• Obtain, verify and update patient information utilizing EMR systems (Histories, medications, etc.).
• Order contact lenses as instructed by Physician.
• Communicates patient feedback to the Ophthalmic Tech II or III’s and/or Physician.
• Maintains a clean and professional work environment.

• Demonstrates working knowledge of chart entry.
• Demonstrates understanding of medication reconciliation.
• Demonstrates procedure for handling clinic and patient correspondence.
• Coordinates hospital and ambulatory admission for surgery and special procedures.
• Coordinates and arranges specialty equipment/services as needed.
• Communicates and provides information to patient consistent with age, culture, spiritual and developmental needs.
• Maintains a professional attitude and communicates appropriately with physician, manager, supervisor and other staff members.
• Appropriately communicates any problems/concerns to the supervisor or manager.
• Establishes and maintains a positive working relationship with physicians and staff.
• Other duties as assigned.

• High School Graduate/GED or Equivalent required.
• Experience in a medical office setting preferred.
• Ability to communicate in English, both orally and in writing.
• Knowledge of vision procedures, sterilization processes, and vision equipment/instruments preferred.
• Prior experience with Ophthalmology equipment/instruments preferred.
• Standard Office Equipment (Phone, Fax, Copy Machine, Scanner, Email/Voice Mail).
• Standard Office Technology in a Window-based environment.
• EHR, Practice Management System, and Departmental/Ancillary Systems preferred.
• COA certification and experience preferred.

Pay Range: $22.50 - $33.50 Hourly

The provided compensation range is based on industry standards and salary determinations will be made based on numerous factors including but not limited to years of experience and location of position.

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MD’s benefit platform includes Medical, Dental, Life, Disability, Vision, FSA coverages and a 401k savings plan.

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