Ophthalmic Technician

North Carolina Retina Associates; Clayton (NC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A medical facility in Clayton, North Carolina is seeking a dedicated technician to assist in patient care during visits. Key responsibilities include gathering patient information, conducting vision exams, and ensuring patients are prepared for procedures. The ideal candidate will hold a High School Diploma and possess strong interpersonal skills. This role requires reliable transportation to travel to multiple practice locations. A background in ophthalmology terminology is beneficial.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent required.
• Strong interpersonal customer service skills needed.
• Reliable transportation to travel between practice locations is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients in preparing for their visit.
• Gather chief complaint and patient information into EMR.
• Check visual acuity and intraocular pressure.

Skills

Interpersonal customer service skills

Effective listening

Clear verbal communication

Problem solving skills

Medical terminology

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Overview

Your main duty is to assist in the care of patients during their visit by preparing them to see the physician. You must be able to independently seek out resources and work collaboratively with others. You must have an ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships and communicate clearly with patients, families, visitors, physicians, administrators, leadership and coworkers. The technician job title is further divided into three main roles: Work up Technician, Photographer, Scribe.

Work-up Technician

Gather chief complaint and PHI from patient and transfer into EMR. Check visual acuity, intraocular pressure, and visual field. Assessment of pupils; equality and reaction prior to dilation. Administer drops as required. Prepare the patient for certain procedures as scheduled.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• Strong interpersonal customer service skills, including effective listening, clear verbal and written communication, problem solving skills.
• Reliable transportation to travel to practice locations – not just 1 location.
• Ability to master multiple software systems to input and retrieve data.
• Ability to master ophthalmology and retina terminology.