Ophthalmology Technician

Eye Care Partners is the nation's leading provider of clinically integrated eye care. Our national network of over 300 ophthalmologists and 700 optometrists provides a lifetime of care to our patients with a mission to enhance vision, advance eye care and improve lives. Louis, Missouri, over 650 ECP-affiliated practice locations provide care in 18 states and 80 markets, providing services that span the eye care continuum.

This is a full-time, long-term position. Unfortunately, we cannot accommodate students who need to work part-time during the school year, or are only looking to work during their gap year.*
* Job Title:

Ophthalmic Technician / Scribe
Travel:  Travel to our other office in Somerset, NJ is required as needed. We do pay mileage reimbursement!

Full Benefits Package - Medical, Vision, Dental and Life Insurance
~Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays
~ Eyecare Certification Reimbursement
~ Full Time
Our offices are open Monday-Friday 7:45am-7pm, Saturday 7:45am-1pm
You shifts will fall within these hours
You must have open availability to work any shift

High School Diploma or GED equivalent
Phlebotomy experience is preferred
Basic computer skills
Strong customer service skills
An  Ophthalmic Technician/Scribe  is a valuable asset to an Ophthalmologist as they assist in providing excellent patient care to the patients during their visit. This employee will use ophthalmic techniques to perform preliminary work-up of patients in a clinic setting, scribe for Physicians and may also directly assist Physician(s) with examinations and treatment of patients.
Provide exceptional customer service during every patient encounter (in person or via phone)
Anticipate Physician needs to facilitate the flow of the clinic
Comply with all company policies and procedures, including HIPAA
Record patient's medical history and current medications and confirm purpose of visit
Record all data in the patient's Electronic Medical Record (EMR)
Check condition of patient's 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
Accurately and thoroughly document medical visits and procedures as they are being performed by the Physician
Ensure that accurate procedure coding/charges for all procedures/drugs for all patients and correct diagnosis codes are used
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
Desire to gain industry knowledge and training
Ability to work weekends when applicable
High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required
Minimum of one year of experience working as an Ophthalmology Technician in general ophthalmology and/or retina is preferred
Phlebotomy experience is preferred
Current Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) or Certified Ophthalmic Technician (COT) certification is preferred, but not required
Phlebotomy license is preferred, but not required
Requires proficient keyboarding skills, use of Electronic Medical Record (EMR) and image management system
Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook
Computer proficiency and ability to quickly learn new applications
This role requires a variety of physical activities to effectively perform essential job functions. 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 acuity - including color, depth, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus - is required 100% of the time. If you need assistance with this application, please contact [phone removed].

Please do not contact the office directly - only resumes submitted through this website will be considered.
All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

Employment Type:

Full Time