Ophthalmic Technician- Non Certified – Retina

Ophthalmic Technician

Location:

Wildwood Orthopaedic & Spine Hospital

Department:
Ophthalmology

Weekly

Hours:

40

Status:
Full time

Shift: Days (United States of America)

Job Summary:

Accountabilities

All duties listed below are essential unless noted otherwise

• Greet patients and visitors in a prompt, courteous and helpful manner.
• Review patient's chart prior to exam to anticipate testing, procedures, and as needed instruments, supplies or equipment.
• Obtain patient history, update medications and medical procedures.
• Perform testing prior to physician exam including but not limited to visual acuity, pupillary & muscle evaluation, IOP measurement, visual field testing, OCT, Pentacam and refractions.
• Administer drops and therapeutic in-office medications as instructed by physician.
• Instruct patients both verbally and with written instructions regarding medications and treatment.
• Answer patient questions and follow up with patient as needed.
• Follows up with pharmacies with renewals and prior authorizations as instructed by physician.
• Escorts patients from exam room to appropriate area (i.e.: reception area, dilating room, additional testing, or scheduling).
• Clean and sterilize equipment and maintain autoclave in accordance with established guidelines and procedures.
• Maintain and stock all exam rooms.
• May function at front desk, answer phones and make appointments.
• May function as a Medical Scribe.
• Must follow Medical Scribe policy SP17-14 while functioning in this role.
• Knowledge of ophthalmic medical terminology, basic ocular anatomy, basic ocular physiology, common visual pathologies.
• Ability to organize and prioritize duties, maximize clinic efficiency, and manage a busy workload in an ophthalmic office setting.
• Excellent interpersonal skills while working as a team member.
• Ability to initiate and work on a self- directed basis, with limited supervision and excellent attention to detail.
• Knowledge of the operations and maintenance of patient testing equipment.
• Flexibility when adapting to new assignments.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

Education:

High School diploma or GED

Skills:

Demonstrate basic computer skills. Able to promote a strong commitment towards achieving outstanding internal and external customer satisfaction and superior patient experience. Must be able to understand directions (written and verbal), communicate and respond to inquiries; requires effective interpersonal skills. Must be able to demonstrate good judgment in a fast-paced environment.

Years of

Experience:

N/A

License: N/A

Certification: N/A

Preferred Qualifications

Skills:

Working knowledge of Medical Terminology

Years of

Experience:

Previous Ophthalmic tech experience.

License: N/A

Certification: BLS/CPR

Working Conditions

Personal Protective Equipment: N/A

Physical Demands:
Must be able to move about the practice/department and between workstations. Must be able to occasionally push or lift medium to heavy equipment, supplies, and patients.

The above list of accountabilities is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by the positions; it should not be considered exhaustive.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex/gender (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, age, physical or mental disability, military or protected veteran status, citizenship, familial or marital status, genetics, or other status protected by applicable law.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Drug-Free Workplace

Pro Medica is a mission-driven, not-for-profit health care organization headquartered in Toledo, Ohio. It serves communities across nine states and provides a range of services, including acute and ambulatory care, a dental plan, and academic business lines. Pro Medica owns and operates 10 hospitals and has an affiliated interest in one additional hospital. The organization employs over 1,300 health care providers through Pro Medica Physicians and has more than 2,300 physicians and advanced practice providers with privileges.

Committed to its mission of improving health and well-being, Pro Medica has received national recognition for its clinical excellence and its initiatives to address social determinants of health. For more information about Pro Medica, please visit promedica.org/aboutus.

Benefits:

We provide flexible benefits that include compensation and programs to help you take care of your family, your finances and your personal well-being. It's what makes us one of the best places to work, and helps our employees live and work to their fullest potential.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex/gender (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, age, physical or mental disability, military or protected veteran status, citizenship, familial or marital status, genetics, or any other legally protected…