Ophthalmic Procedure Technician

American Vision Partners; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 38,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Eye care discounts

401(k)

Paid holidays

PTO

Job summary

American Vision Partners (AVP) is seeking an Ophthalmic Procedure Technician to support clinic operations, prep and draw medications for procedures, and assist physicians during treatments. You will ensure proper documentation in the EHR and maintain sterile environments across locations.

Ideal candidates have at least one year of healthcare back-office experience, strong computer skills, and a commitment to high-quality patient care.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Minimum one year back-office experience in healthcare.
• Must be computer literate.
• Knowledge of HIPAA.
• Attention to detail and personal organization.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to read, write, speak and comprehend written policies and documents.
• Must have consistent, predictable and reliable attendance.
• Commitment to AVP Core Values: Financial Strength, Exceptional Experience, Team Work, Continuous Improvement and Hard Work.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Dedication to high quality patient care and patient satisfaction.
• Positive attitude and excellent telephone etiquette.
• Ability to travel with care team to various locations and satellites.
• Must have reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Preps, logs, and draws up medications for procedures
• Assists with clinical procedures such as injections and lasers
• Documents procedures in EHR per workflow
• Ensures sanitation, cleaning and sterilization of rooms and instruments
• Conducts diagnostic tests such as OCTs to improve clinic flow
• Assists with supplies and medication stock-up and coordination with Scribe and Clinic Manager
• Serves as back-up Scribe to the Physician
• Provides back-up support to other technicians
• Interacts with patients, staff, and providers in a friendly and courteous manner
• Coordinates with referral and benefit teams to ensure procedure approvals per insurance
• Determines patient flow and placement in clinic lanes
• Performs medication reconciliation tasks
• Performs other duties as assigned

Skills

Computer literacy

HIPAA knowledge

Attention to detail

Independent work

Reading/writing/speaking policies

Reliable attendance

Communication

Patient care dedication

Telephone etiquette

Travel to satellite locations

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

At American Vision Partners (AVP), we partner with the most respected ophthalmology practices in the country and integrate best-in-class management systems, operational infrastructure, and advanced technology to provide the highest quality patient care possible. Our practices include Barnet Dulaney Perkins Eye Center, Southwestern Eye Center, Retinal Consultants of Arizona, M&M Eye Institute, Abrams Eye Institute, Southwest Eye Institute, Aiello Eye Institute, Moretsky Cassidy Vision Correction, Wellish Vision Institute, West Texas Eye Associates and Vantage Eye Center. We are focused on building the nation’s largest and most comprehensive eye care practices and currently operate more than 120 eye care centers in Arizona, New Mexico, Nevada, California and Texas – including 25 ambulatory surgical centers.

At AVP we value teamwork, providing exceptional experiences, continuous improvement, financial strength, and hard work. We are committed to providing best-in-class patient care, pioneering research and technology, and most importantly, rewarding and recognizing our employees!

Overview

The Ophthalmic Procedure Technician is responsible for assisting and supporting various functions of a clinic operation that includes prepping, logging and drawing up medications for clinic procedures, educating patients and obtaining their consents for treatment, supporting the physician during a procedure, and ensuring that relevant documentation is completed and all dispensed medication are reconciled in various systems and EHR.

Responsibilities

• Preps, logs, and draws up medications for procedures
• Assists with all clinical procedures such as injections and lasers
• Documents all relevant procedures information into EHR per workflow
• Ensures proper sanitation, cleaning and sterilization of rooms and instruments
• Conducts diagnostic testing such as OCTs to improve clinic flow
• Assists with supplies and medication stock-up such as monitoring inventory, and counting and sorting medication for satellite locations in coordination with the Scribe and Clinic Manager (gauze, eye wash, eye drops, applicator, drapes)
• Serves as back-up Scribe to the Physician
• Provides back-up support to other technicians when assigned
• Interacts with patients, staff, and providers in a friendly and courteous manner
• Coordinates with referral and benefit teams to ensure procedures are approved per insurance
• Determines patient flow and placement in clinic lanes
• Performs various duties related to medication reconciliation such as Arbimed
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• Minimum one year back-office experience in healthcareSkills and Abilities:
• Must be computer literate
• Knowledge of HIPAA
• Attention to detail and personal organization
• Ability to work independently
• Ability to read, write, speak and comprehend written policies and documents
• Must have consistent, predictable and reliable attendance
• Commitment to AVP Core Values- Financial Strength, Exceptional Experience, Team Work, Continuous Improvement and Hard Work
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Dedication to high quality patient care and patient satisfaction
• Positive attitude and excellent telephone etiquette
• Ability to deal tactfully and effectively with patients
• Ability to travel with care team to various locations and satellites
• Must have reliable transportation

Benefits & Perks

Your health, happiness and your future matters! At AVP, we offer everything from medical and dental insurance, significant eye care discounts, child care assistance, pet insurance, continuing education funds, 401(k), paid holidays, PTO, Sick Time, opportunity for growth, and much more!