Entry-Level Ophthalmic Technician - Patient Care & Eye Testing

Retina Associates of Kentucky; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

401k matching

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Maternity leave

Education reimbursement

Competitive pay

Job summary

Retina Associates of Kentucky in Louisville, KY is seeking an Ophthalmic Technician to support ophthalmologists with patient testing and exam preparation. This role requires delivering excellent patient care and accurate data entry in the EMR.

Training is provided; no prior ophthalmic experience required. Travel to nearby offices within an hour is required, with mileage reimbursement available. Full-time hours with benefits and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• Willingness to learn and grow in ophthalmic care.
• Ability to interact professionally with patients and staff.
• HIPAA compliance awareness.
• Customer service oriented.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Recording medical history, current medications and confirming purpose of visit.
• Record all data in the patient’s 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.
• General office duties and cleaning to be assigned by manager.

Skills

Customer service

Team player

Strong communication

Detail oriented

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Outlook

Job description

Retina Associates of Kentucky in Louisville, KY is seeking an Ophthalmic Technician to support ophthalmologists with patient testing and exam preparation. This role requires delivering excellent patient care and accurate data entry in the EMR.

Training is provided; no prior ophthalmic experience required. Travel to nearby offices within an hour is required, with mileage reimbursement available. Full-time hours with benefits and opportunities for growth.