LEAD OPHTHALMIC SPECIALIST, TOWN HALL HEALTH CENTER

Froedtert Health; Menomonee Falls (WI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Growth opportunities

Retirement plan 403b

Medical, Dental, Vision

Job summary

Froedtert Health is seeking a Lead Ophthalmic Tech to join our eye care team at the Menomonee Falls location. The role supports the Eye team with examinations, patient care, and department operations, on-site Monday through Friday 8:00am to 4:30pm, with potential travel as needed.

The successful candidate will have at least 2 years of Ophthalmic/Optometric tech experience, high school diploma, and licensure within 6 months; strong EMR skills and excellent communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of Ophthalmic/Optometric Tech or Specialist experience.
• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Certification in Ophthalmic field within 6 months of hire.
• AHA BLS for Healthcare Provider required.
• Proficiency with EMR usage.

Responsibilities

• Perform ocular examinations and procedures and support the Eye team.
• Assist the provider with patient care and daily department operations.
• Maintain accurate records and reports and ensure smooth patient flow.
• Assist in staff training and determine staffing requirements.

Skills

Ophthalmic/Optometric tech experience

Effective communication

EMR usage

Team collaboration

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Certified Ophthalmic Assistant/Technician/Medical Technologist

Tools

EMR software

Job description

Location: US:WI:MENOMONEE FALLS at our CP-TOWN HALL HEALTH CENTER facility.

This job is ON - SITE.

FTE: 1.000000

Standard Hours: 40.00

Shift Details: Monday - Friday from 8am-4:30pm. Travel may be required based on clinic needs and coverage.

Job Summary

The Lead Tech demonstrates proficiency and knowledge for all aspects of eye care and examinations performed, and daily support for the Eye team. Responsibilities may include but are not limited to performing a variety of ocular examinations and procedures, assisting the provider with patient care and the daily operating functions of the department. Assists in maintaining accurate records and reports. Helps to coordinate the timely flow of patients through the Provider's schedules to maintain efficient patient care. Assists in educational and technical training sessions of staff members based upon their expected level of competency. Assist in determining staffing requirements, demonstrates and enforces Organizational standards for quality care and customer service.

EXPERIENCE

A minimum of 2 years of Ophthalmic/Optometric Tech or Specialist experience is required.

EDUCATION

High School diploma or equivalent is required.

LICENSURE

Certified Ophthalmic Assistant, Certified Ophthalmic Technician, or Certified Ophthalmic Medical Technologist is required within 6 months of hire. American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support for the Healthcare Provider (BLS) or an AHA approved equivalent is required.

SPECIAL SKILLS

Demonstrates proficiency in all Ophthalmic Specialist duties. Effective verbal and written communication skills. Ability to work effectively with others in problem identification and resolution. Proficiency with EMR usage.

PERKS & BENEFITS At Froedtert Health

Froedtert Health Offers a variety of perks & benefits to staff, depending on your role you may be eligible for the following:

• Paid time off
• Growth opportunity - Career Pathways & Career Tuition Assistance, CEU opportunities
• Academic Partnership with the Medical College of Wisconsin
• Referral bonuses
• Retirement plan - 403b
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short & Long Term Disability, Free Workplace Clinics
• Employee Assistance Programs, Adoption Assistance, Healthy Contributions, Care@Work, Moving Assistance, Discounts on gym memberships, travel and other work life benefits available

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer who values and maintains an environment that attracts, recruits, engages and retains a diverse workforce. We welcome protected veterans to share their priority consideration status with us at 262-439-1961. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing. During your application and interview process, if you have a need that requires an accommodation, please contact us at 262-439-1961. We will attempt to fulfill all reasonable accommodation requests.