Ophthalmic Technician This job provides individualized, direct patient care of assigned patients under the supervision of a licensed healthcare provider. Assists in the implementation of the delivery of health care services. Assists fellow employees in providing the highest quality personalized patient care and maintains a positive work relationship with the health care team. Demonstrates the ability to provide care and service with individuals of all assigned age groups. Education
Required: High School diploma or equivalent
Preferred: Bachelor's degree in Ophthalmic Medical Technology
Work Experience
Preferred:
2 years experience or Associate's degree in Ophthalmic Assisting. Experience with ophthalmology examinations in a high patient volume department.
Certifications
Required: Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association
Preferred:
Certified Ophthalmic Technician (COT) through JCAHPOKnowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs) Must have computer and/or mainframe terminal and multi-line telephone skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information clearly and professionally to varying levels of individuals throughout the patient care process. Must be proficient with Windows-style applications, various software packages specific to role and keyboard. Good interpersonal skills. Ability to and experience working with and maintaining confidential working in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision. Experience in transcribing all information accurately, neatly and clearly. Skill working to prescribed clinic and ophthalmic standards. Ability to use equipment, perform tests and read results, as needed, including: visual acuity, extra ocular motility, pupil evaluation, confrontational fields, color vision, stereo vision, tonopen/applanation tonometry, lensometry, keratometry, eye irrigation, refractometry, manual a-scan measurements, topography, brightness acuity testing, and slit lamp to assist with removal and insertion of contact lenses.
Job Duties:
Enables clinic operations by effectively managing the patient flow in and out of exam rooms.
Retrieves and collates patient information for provider.
Cleans stocks and maintains exam rooms, procedure rooms, instruments and equipment and prepares patient for provider exam.
Obtains near and distant visual acuity, amsler grid, worth 4dot, color vision, stereo vision, and basil tear secretion tests.
Pulls patient's contact lens records for optometrist review.
Cleans, disinfects and packs instruments for autoclaving.
Documents per department guidelines, pertinent patient information in medical record (including, but not limited to, vital signs, height, weight, allergies, brief history, patient instructions, communication of test results, etc).Ensures future appointments have been scheduled or communicated and referrals/pre-authorizations have been initiated and obtained.
Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including but not limited to: respect for privacy, method of introduction to the patient, adapting explanation of services or procedures to be performed, requesting permissions and communication style.
Other related duties as required.
The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. They are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills. Other duties may be added, or this description amended at any time. Remains knowledgeable on current federal, state and local laws, accreditation standards or regulatory agency requirements that apply to the assigned area of responsibility and ensures compliance with all such laws, regulations and standards.
This employer maintains and complies with its Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including the immediate reporting of any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct; patient/employee safety, patient privacy, and/or other compliance-related concerns. The employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.
