Senior Ophthalmic Technician

Job Details Level: Experienced

Job Location:

Okemos, MI 48864

Position Type:
Full Time Education Level: High School

Travel Percentage :
Up to 25%
Job Shift: Day Job Category:
Health Care

At L.O. Eye Care, we know that exceptional patient care starts with creating an incredible workplace! We're proud to be known for our outstanding customer service, but we also recognize that it’s our amazing team that makes it all possible. That's why we are dedicated to building a work environment that celebrates commitment, rewards performance, and offers personal fulfillment for both our physicians and staff.

We are excited to announce an opportunity to join our team as a full-time Senior Ophthalmic Technician at our Okemos location! If you're someone who thrives in a collaborative environment, demonstrates leadership, has strong organizational and time‑management skills, and radiates positivity and reliability, we want to hear from you. We also offer on‑the‑job training to help you grow and succeed in this rewarding role!

The Senior Ophthalmic Technician will perform a range of duties which includes preparing the patient for the appointment, performing routine vision screening examinations, administering eye medication, and cleaning and preparing exam rooms for patients. The Senior Technician will perform accurate documentation of the patient’s visit, diagnosis, and assessment plan as directed by the provider, perform training functions and/or supervise others in the absence of leadership.

The following list is a summary of the key functions of the job and may not be inclusive of all duties assigned.

• Obtain and records patient’s chief complaint and complete ocular and medical history.
• Informs patients of the purpose of all tests personally performed and how they will be affected during the tests.
• Instills eye drops and any other medications as prescribed by the provider.
• Performs accurate and consistent documentation and measurement tasks using necessary or required tools and machines to include but not limited to:
  Visual Acuity, ARK, Lensometry, Confrontation fields, evaluation of motility, pupillary function tests, IOP check, Visual Fields, BAT, Pachymetry, Corneal Topography, OCT, Fundus photography, IOL Master/A-scan, Stereo Vision testing, color vision testing and refracting.
• Assists in maintaining efficient patient flow by seeing patients within designated time frame and by helping in other clinic areas where patient flow is heavier (as training permits).
• Stocks and cleans clinical areas as outlined by Clinical Manager.
• Maintains universal precautions and proper cleaning of exam rooms and/or equipment between patients.
• Informs Clinical Manager of potential equipment problems and/or lack of quality equipment results.
• Proficient in setting up and assisting provider in minor office procedures.
• Accurate documentation and summarization of patient’s ocular examination, assessment and plan including follow‑up care in EMR as dictated by the provider.
• Maintains familiarization with ICD-10, CPT and billing codes and protocols to ensure appropriate billing for services and procedures.
• Provides telephone support regarding ocular emergencies, patient care questions and pharmacy refills as directed by the Clinical Manager.
• Documents all conversations involving the patient in the respective patient’s chart.
• Other tasks specific to the provider’s needs as a result of new technologies.

• Communication– Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Conscientious– A t Abilityto feel obligated to do right or be good along with awareness of one’s own conduct, intentions, or character.
• Teamwork– Ability to work well in groups, develop and maintain positive working…