Clinical Technician

Midwest Vision Partners; Joliet (IL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the eye care sector is looking for an Ophthalmic Technician to join their team in Joliet. In this role, you will perform various diagnostic tests, assist in surgeries, and contribute to patient education while ensuring accurate record-keeping. This position offers a dynamic work environment with competitive pay and a range of benefits.

Benefits

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k) retirement plan with company match

Flexible spending accounts

Employee assistance program

Paid time off

Paid parental leave

Paid sick leave

Supplemental benefits

Qualifications

• Required: High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Desired: EMR experience, knowledge of medical terminology, typical 0-3 years of experience.

Responsibilities

• Greet patients and perform diagnostic tests.
• Assist with minor surgery procedures and educate patients.
• Record information in EMR system.

Skills

Communication

Problem-Solving

Knowledge of Eye Anatomy

Education

High school diploma or GED equivalent

Tools

Electronic Medical Records (EMR)

Job description

The Ophthalmic Technician participates in the care of patients in a clinic setting. As an Ophthalmic Technician you will greet patients and explain what they should expect during their appointment. An Ophthalmic Technician escorts the patient to an exam room and performs diagnostic ophthalmic tests and procedures prior to physician seeing them such as visual acuity, tonometry and lensometry. Assures appropriate notes and updates patient chart/records accurately. Maintains clinic environment including sterilization cleaning.

Schedule: Monday - Friday 8-4pm, One Saturday a month, could work an evening Tuesday & Thursday, 12-7pm

What you will be doing

• Interacts with patients to accurately gather information and enter it into our electronic medical records system;
• Proactively engages patients in communicating what to expect with the visit and continues to communicate delays or any other changes with the patient.
• Initiates and performs documentation of the patient's chief complaint, present illness, and captures past medical history.
• Accurately records all information in EMR system according to established standards and physician requirements
• Conducts tests and measures eye muscle function, pupil size, and reactivity.
• Apply drops to anesthetize, dilate, or medicate eyes
• Assists with minor surgery procedures, intraocular injections and laser treatments, in an exam room or treatment room, including preparing patients for sterile procedures.
• Educates patients regarding the administration of medications, and pre and post operative instructions, as directed by physicians.
• Readily scribes for physician
• Secures patient information and maintains patient confidence by completing and safeguarding medical records, completing diagnostic and procedure coding, and keeping patient information confidential, following all HIPAA requirements.
• Utilizes effective problem-solving skills to respectfully and efficiently de-escalate any dissatisfied patients
• Demonstrate basic knowledge of eye anatomy, disease, symptoms & ocular medications
• Stay current with the latest technologies and medications and be able to answer general patient questions
• Assists team members and completes other special projects as requested.

What you know

Required

• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• Valid driver's license and ability to drive a motor vehicle
• Ability to stand or sit for extended periods of time and lift up to 50lbs

Desired

• Electronic Medical Records (EMR) experience
• Knowledge of medical terminology
• Entry Level
• Typical has 0-3 years of Experience

What you will receive

• The wage for this role is $16 - $23.00 per hour.
• The base range for this role is shown above. It is not typical for a candidate to be hired close to or at the maximum of the pay range. Base pay depends on individualized factors including experience, qualifications, job-related knowledge, and skills
• MVP offers competitive benefits and perks, including:
• Medical benefits
• Dental benefits
• Vision and optical benefits
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Flexible spending accounts
• Employee assistance program
• Seven (7) company-paid holidays
• Paid time off
• Paid parental leave
• Paid sick leave
• Supplemental benefits include life, disability, AD&D, accident, critical illness benefits, and more