Ophthalmic Technician

Duly Healthcare; Downers Grove (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking an Ophthalmic Technician in Downers Grove. This full-time position involves patient interaction, data collection, and performing ophthalmic procedures. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma, relevant certification, and experience in an ophthalmology setting. The role offers competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and tuition reimbursement.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits

$5,250 Tuition Reimbursement per year

Immediate 401(k) match

40 hours paid volunteer time off

12 weeks parental leave at 100% pay

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in ophthalmology/optometry setting.
• Fundamental experience with standard ophthalmic evaluation equipment.

Responsibilities

• Perform extensive data collection functions for patient diagnosis.
• Communicate with patients about processes during their visit.
• Complete accurate documentation in the Electronic Medical Record (EMR).

Skills

Patient Care

Data Collection

Communication

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Certified Ophthalmic Technician (COT) or in process of certification

Tools

Standard ophthalmic evaluation equipment

Job description

Overview

Ophthalmic Technician - Downers Grove - Ophthalmology

Position Highlights:

• Full-Time, 40 hours/week
• Hours: Monday - Friday; hours vary
  
• Location: 1327 Butterfield Road
  Suites 614 & 618
  Downers Grove, Illinois 60515
• Travel: May need to travel to Naperville, Hinsdale, Glen Ellyn, or Bloomingdale on occasion.

Benefits:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits that include healthcare navigation assistance and medical coverage at 100% (after deductible) when utilizing a Duly provider.
• Employer provided life and disability insurance.
• $5,250 Tuition Reimbursement per year.
• Immediate 401(k) match.
• 40 hours paid volunteer time off.
• A culture committed to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) and Social Impact.
• 12 weeks parental leave at 100% pay and a financial benefit for adoption and surrogacy for non-physician team members once eligibility requirements are met.

Responsibilities

This individual is responsible for performing an extensive number of data collection functions, as delegated by the physician, to allow for proper diagnosis of the patients condition.

• Interacts with all patients using respect and professionalism.
• Communicates with patient about the processes and procedures taking place during their visit.
• Ascertains patient needs and unusual circumstances, via patient or family member.
• Seeks advice from more senior staff or doctors as necessary, never performing beyond capabilities.
• Provides telephone support regarding ocular emergencies, prescription refills and patient care questions.
• Adheres to approved policies and procedures.
• Obtains patient history to include chief complaint, history of present illness, past history, family history and history of allergies and medications.
• Completes accurate, concise documentation in the Electronic Medical Record (EMR).
• Performs accurate and consistent patient care procedures, including but not limited to:

Visual acuity

• Confrontational visual fields, evaluation of motility and pupillary function tests
• Applanation tonometry and tono-pen tonometry
• Refractometry
• Angle assessment and dilation of pupils
• Automated visual field testing
• Ophthalmic imaging
• Retina and optic nerve scanning (OCT)
• Corneal topography
• Keratometry and pachymetry
• Assists in maintaining the exam rooms by cleaning between patients and at the end of the day.
• Cleans and sterilizes instruments.
• Prepares to take certification test.
• Maintains HIPAA compliancy.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Certified Ophthalmic Technician (COT) or is in the process of getting certification
• Minimum of 2 years of experience working in ophthalmology/optometry setting
• Fundamental experience working with standard ophthalmic evaluation equipment.

The compensation for this role includes a base pay range of $20.55-30.85 with the actual pay determined by factors such as skills, experience, education, certifications, geographic location, and internal equity. Additional compensation may be available through shift differentials, bonuses, and other incentives. Base pay is only a portion of the total rewards package.