Ophthalmic Diagnostics Specialist

ACHE; Tennessee; On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Southern College of Optometry in Tennessee seeks a Diagnostic Testing Technician to support clinical care at The Eye Center. You will perform advanced diagnostic tests as ordered by doctors, manage and troubleshoot diagnostic equipment, and maintain records of service and compliance with HIPAA and OSHA guidelines.

The role includes mentoring students/interns, coordinating patient care around testing procedures, and assisting with e-prescribe refills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent. COA preferred.
• Five years of related experience in an optometric/ophthalmic environment performing appropriate diagnostic testing services and associated clerical duties as required.

Responsibilities

• Performs diagnostic testing to include, but not limited to: visual fields, corneal topography, ocular photography, scanning laser topography, Fluorescein angiography and ultrasonography.
• Maintains/monitors Technology Service equipment, troubleshoots problems, and arranges repairs as necessary with in-house equipment support specialist and/or manufacturer representatives.
• Assists with quality assurance and maintenance for the Technology Service, equipment, any hazardous medical waste in conjunction with TEC Public Health / OSHA / Compliance Officer.
• Assists in assuring compliance with Federal Regulations safeguarding personally identifiable health information of patients (I.E. HIPAA) in the Technology Service in conjunction with TEC Privacy Officer.
• Instructs students / Interns on all diagnostic testing procedures, as needed, and under the supervision of faculty.
• Coordinates patient care, with regard to the performance of diagnostic testing for enhanced patient care experience in TEC.
• Provides support for pharmacy refills via the e-prescribe (eRx) program.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Patient communication

Data analysis

Attention to detail

Independent work

Medical ethics / HIPAA compliance

Education

High school diploma

COA certification preferred

Tools

Compulink EHR

Job description

Southern College of Optometry in Tennessee seeks a Diagnostic Testing Technician to support clinical care at The Eye Center. You will perform advanced diagnostic tests as ordered by doctors, manage and troubleshoot diagnostic equipment, and maintain records of service and compliance with HIPAA and OSHA guidelines.

The role includes mentoring students/interns, coordinating patient care around testing procedures, and assisting with e-prescribe refills.