Ophthalmic Assistant

Eye-Site-of-Tampa-Bay; Clearwater (FL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Eye Site of Tampa Bay in Clearwater and Trinity, FL is seeking an Ophthalmic Technician to join a fast-paced eye care team. This full-time role requires preparing patients for examinations, administering tests, and maintaining efficient workflow across two office locations with occasional travel.

Ideal candidates have 1+ year of ophthalmic tech experience; COA certification is a plus. Strong customer service and teamwork are essential to support clinical excellence and patient care in a busy

Qualifications

• 1+ year as Ophthalmic Technician
• COA certification is a plus
• Excellent customer service and teamwork

Responsibilities

• Assist providers by preparing patients for examination with strong customer service and clinical training.
• Perform tests as ordered (AR, OCT, HVF, Corneal Topography, IOL Master, tonometry, pachymetry).
• Conduct patient work-up based on history and chief complaint.
• Communicate with patients and accurately record history and medications.
• Review past records and ensure needed referrals are available.
• Perform baseline refractions using Phoropter/Marco.
• Ensure proper authorizations/referrals are in place for additional testing.
• Maintain workflow efficiency, aiming to see 4-6 patients per hour.
• Prepare exam rooms, assist patients to room, and anticipate provider needs.

Education

High School diploma

Job description

EOE Statement We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Description

Eye Site of Tampa Bay is growing! EXCITING OPPORTUNITY to become a key member of an outstanding Eye Care professional team. We are looking for an Ophthalmic Assistant/Technician (certification as COA through JCAHPO, a plus!). Ideal candidate will have one or more years experience, excellent customer service skills, be motivated by clinical excellence, function as a team player with a positive attitude, and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment. Two office locations with flexibility to travel to both locations: Clearwater and Trinity, FL. Full-time, M-F, EOE, background check and drug testing.

Core Responsibilities

• Perform as a valued, key team member by assisting providers through preparing patients for examination using excellent customer service talent and technical training.
• Perform testing as ordered by provider (AR, OCT, HVF, Corneal Topography, IOL Master, tonometry, pachymetry).
• Conduct patient work-up appropriate to patient clinical history and chief complaint.
• Effectively communicate with patients, accurately record all aspects of history of present illness and update medications.
• Review past records in preparation of current visit; confirm needed patient records are available for provider review.
• Perform baseline refractions through use of Phoropter/Marco.
• Ensure proper authorizations/referrals are in place if additional testing is required.
• Proactively participate in maintaining efficient workflow through personal effectiveness, seeing 4-6 patients per hour.
• Prepare exam room through proper sterilization per policy, assist patients to exam room, and anticipate provider needs through proper exam set-up.
• Maintain confidentiality at all times

Position Requirements

Desired Characteristics

• Exceptional customer service skills
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Compassion for patients
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environmentAbility to put patients at ease and explain provider instructions
• Relate to a wide variety of people
• Work well with others
• Reliable/Dependable
• Ability to problem solve
• Accuracy, attention to detail
• Computer skills
• Organize and prioritize tasks and workflow efficiently

Education/Experience

• 1+ Year as Ophthalmic Technician
• High School diploma, or equivalent
• Computer experience (Nextech/MDI or other EHR experience, a plus)

Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time

May require travel between offices.

Position Ophthalmic Technician

Location Eye Site of Tampa Bay

This position is currently accepting applications.

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