Ophthalmic Tech 2

Baylor Scott & White Health; Marble Falls (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Baylor Scott & White Health in Texas seeks an Ophthalmic Technician 2 to join the ophthalmology team. The role supports physicians, performs ocular testing, and helps manage patient care in a fast-paced clinic.

You will document patient history, perform tests such as visual acuity, tonometry, and refraction, assist with minor surgeries and injections, and educate patients on medications and post-operative care while maintaining HIPAA standards and accurate EMR records.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED required.
• 1 year of experience in ophthalmic care or healthcare setting.
• Certifications: COA/COMT/COT/RA; must obtain one within 1 year of hire.

Responsibilities

• Initiates and documents chief complaint, history, and ocular findings per guidelines.
• Performs tests like visual acuity, lensometry, pupil function, ocular motility, tonometry, and VF testing.
• Performs refractometry and drafts preliminary glasses prescription.
• Assists with minor surgeries, intraocular injections, and laser treatments; prepares sterile rooms.
• Educates patients on medications and pre/postoperative instructions.
• Maintains equipment, cleans and disinfects, ensures recharge of battery-powered instruments.

Skills

HIPAA compliance

Interpersonal skills

Electronic medical documentation

Basic computer skills

Education

HS Diploma/GED Equivalent

Job description

About Us

Here at Baylor Scott & White Health we promote the well-being of all individuals, families, and communities. Baylor Scott & White is the largest not-for-profit healthcare system in Texas that empowers you to live well.

About Us

Here at Baylor Scott & White Health we promote the well-being of all individuals, families, and communities. Baylor Scott & White is the largest not-for-profit healthcare system in Texas that empowers you to live well.

Our Core Values Are

• We serve faithfully by doing what's right with a joyful heart.
• We never settle by constantly striving for better.
• We are in it together by supporting one another and those we serve.
• We make an impact by taking initiative and delivering exceptional experience.

Benefits

Our benefits are designed to help you live well no matter where you are on your journey. For full details on coverage and eligibility, visit the Baylor Scott & White Benefits Hub to explore our offerings, which may include:

• Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits
• 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%
• Tuition Reimbursement
• PTO accrual beginning Day 1

Note: Benefits may vary based upon position type and/or level.

Job Summary

The Ophthalmic Technician 2 performs skilled duties related to the eye. This position assists the physician and is part of the health care team for ocular health.

Essential Functions Of The Role

• Initiates and documents the patient's chief complaint, history, and ocular findings accurately, following compliance guidelines.
• Performs tests like visual acuity measurement, lensometry, pupil function, ocular motility, tonometry, and confrontation visual field testing. Provides other patient services as requested by the ophthalmologist.
• Performs refractometry; manual manifest refraction to draft preliminary glasses prescription.
• Performs various specialty tests ordered by a physician, such as pachymetry, Brightness Acuity Test (BAT), Potential Acuity Meter (PAM), and color vision testing.
• Assists with minor surgeries, intraocular injections, and laser treatments. Prepares patients for sterile procedures in exam or treatment rooms.
• Educates patient regarding the administration of medications, and pre and post operative instructions, as directed by physician.
• Handles specimens, biopsies and culture materials safely.
• Administers topical ophthalmic and oral medications at the direction of a physician.
• Opens and closes exam lanes. Ensures equipment is cleaned and disinfected. Makes sure battery-powered instruments are seated in recharge wells. Turns off lamps and projectors and covers them.

Key Success Factors

• General understanding of Ophthalmic Care modalities, therapies, terminology, medications and equipment.
• Outstanding interpersonal skills as well as a neat professional appearance.
• Must be able to communicate effectively with coworkers, family of patients, doctors, and patients.
• Requires flexibility to handle multiple ongoing tasks.
• Must maintain patient confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA guidelines.
• Basic computer skills, including but not limited to: typing, information security, electronic medical documentation, hand held scanning and email.

Belonging Statement

We believe that all people should feel welcomed, valued and supported.

Qualifications

• EDUCATION - H.S. Diploma/GED Equivalent
• EXPERIENCE - 1 Year of Experience
• CERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION - Cert Ophthalmic Assistant (COA), Cert Ophtha Med Technologist (COMT), Cert Ophthalmic Tech (COT), Cert Retinal Angiographer (RA): Obtain one within 1 year of hire. Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA)/Certified Ophthalmic Medical Technologist (COMT)/Certified Ophthalmic Technician (COT)/Certified Retinal Angiographer (RA).