Pre-Test 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. Based in St. Louis, Missouri, over 650 ECP-affiliated practice locations provide care in 18 states and 80 markets, providing services that span the eye care continuum.

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Job Title: Pre-Test Technician

Company: Ophthalmology Consultants

Location: Des Peres, MO

Travel: Travel to our other locations in Creve Coeur, Florissant, South County and St. Charles will be required as needed. We do pay mileage reimbursement!

• Full Benefits Package - Medical, Vision, Dental and Life Insurance
• 401k + Employer Matching
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays
• Competitive Base Pay
• Paid Maternity Leave
• Eyecare Certification Reimbursement
• Employee Discounts

• Full Time
• Our offices are open Monday-Friday 8am-5pm.
• You may need to work a little earlier/later as needed.

• High School Diploma or GED Equivalent required
• Favorable result on Background Check required
• Basic computer skills
• Strong customer service skills
• Excitement to learn and grow

• Facilitate patient flow
• Assist the doctor in preliminary testing
• Effectively communicate with patients, doctors, and managers
• Answer inquiries through phone, email, and in-person requests

A Pre-Test Technician is a valuable asset to an Ophthalmologist as they assist in providing excellent patient care to the patients during their visit. They are 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.

• 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
• Practice urgency at all times with patient’s time, as well as doctor’s time and schedule
• Comply with all company policies and procedures, including HIPAA
• Verify patient information by interviewing patient
• Record medical history, 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
• Demonstrates working knowledge of eye anatomy, diseases, symptoms and ocular medications
• Adheres to all safety policies and procedures in performing job duties and responsibilities while supporting a culture of high quality and great customer service.
• Performs other duties that may be necessary or in the best interest of the organization.

• 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
• Favorable result on background check required
• Must be able to provide proof of identity and right to work in the United States

• 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

• Current…