Ophthalmic Technician

Phoenix Children's Hospital, Inc.; Gilbert (AZ); On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Phoenix Children's Hospital, Inc. is seeking an Ophthalmic Technician to assist in patient care and health care delivery, working one-on-one with a practice provider.

The role includes preparing patients, administering eye drops, conducting diagnostic tests, and supporting exam rooms across offices. Requirements include at least 1 year with ophthalmology/optometry in a clinical setting, strong EHR skills, and current BLS certification.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; or employees in the role prior to 12/01/2016 must have at least 5 years Ophthalmic Technician experience with no high school diploma or equivalent.
• 1+ year of experience with Ophthalmologist or Optometrist in a clinical setting.
• Strong working knowledge of electronic health records and high computer literacy.
• Knowledge of exam and diagnostic room procedures, medical equipment, and patient care.
• Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions to establish a safe work environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for examination and treatment: obtain history, document allergies, record vision measurements, maintain medication list, generate surgical consent forms.
• Administer medications such as eye drops under physician’s order.
• Perform various diagnostic tests and imaging.
• Prepare exam and treatment rooms with necessary instruments and supplies.
• Maintain supplies and equipment for treatment and examination.
• Travel between offices for clinic coverage as requested.
• Perform miscellaneous job related duties as requested.

Skills

Calm under pressure

Clear communication

Multi-tasking

Interpersonal relations

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Electronic health records (EHR)

Medical instruments knowledge

Job description

The Ophthalmic Technician assists in the delivery of health care and patient care management working one on one with any practice provider.

Position Duties

• Prepares patients for examination and treatment. This includes obtaining patient history, documenting allergies, obtains current vision measurement, maintains medication list, and generating surgical consent forms. Assists the provider in the course of the patient encounter as requested.
• Administers medications such as eye drops under physician’s written order.
• Performs various diagnostic tests and imaging.
• Prepares exam and treatment rooms with necessary instruments and supplies.
• Maintains supplies and equipment for treatment and examination.
• Travels between offices for clinic coverage as requested.
• Performs miscellaneous job related duties as requested.

Phoenix Children's Mission, Vision, & Values

Mission

To advance hope, healing and the best healthcare for children and their families

Vision

Phoenix Children's will be the leading pediatric health system in the Southwest, nationally recognized for exceptional care, innovative research and advanced medical education.

We realize this vision by:

• Offering the most comprehensive care across ages, communities and specialties
• Investing in innovative research, including emerging treatments, tools and technologies
• Advancing education and training to shape the next generation of clinical leaders
• Advocating for the health and well-being of children and families

Values

• We place children and families at the center of all we do
• We deliver exceptional care, every day and in every way
• We collaborate with colleagues, partners and communities to amplify our impact
• We set the standards of pediatric healthcare today, and innovate for the future
• We are accountable for making the highest quality care accessible and affordable

Position Qualifications

Please review the following qualifications and specify whether you meet each of the requirements listed.

Education

Do you meet this requirement or have the ability to obtain it within the timeframe listed in the requirement?

1. High school diploma or equivalent; or employees in the role prior to 12/01/2016 must have at least 5 years of Ophthalmic Technician experience with no high school diploma or equivalent. Required

Experience

1. 1 or more years of experience working directly with an Ophthalmologist or Optometrist in a clinical setting. Required
2. Possess a strong working knowledge of the functionality of electronic health records which includes a high level of computer literacy. Required
3. Knowledge of examination and diagnostic room procedures, medical equipment, and instruments to administer patient care. Required
4. Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions to establish a safe work environment. Required

Special Skills

1. Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations. Required
2. Ability to communicate clearly. Required
3. Ability to multi-task and to get tasks completed with complete follow through. Required
4. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relations with patients, office staff and the public. Required

Additional Requirements

1. Current BLS Certification for Healthcare Provider from the American Heart Association. Required

Physical Requirements & Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential

1. 1. Physical Requirement - Feeling (sensing textures and temperatures) - Occasionally
2. 2. Physical Requirement - Fine Motor Skills (pinching, gripping, etc) - Constantly
3. 3. Physical Requirement - Hearing - Frequently
4. 4. Physical Requirement - Pushing/pulling - Occasionally
5. 5. Physical Requirement - Reaching - Occasionally
6. 6. Physical Requirement - Sitting - Constantly
7. 7. Physical Requirement - Standing - Occasionally
8. 8. Physical Requirement - Stooping/crouching/kneeling/crawling - Occasionally
9. 9. Physical Requirement - Talking - Constantly
10. 10. Physical Requirement - Walking - Occasionally
11. 11. Physical Requirement - Near Vision - Constantly
12. 12. Physical Requirement - Far Vision - Occasionally
13. 13. Physical Requirement - Color Discrimination - Frequently
14. 14. Physical Requirement - Use of keyboard, mouse and/or computer equipment - Frequently
15. 15. Physical Requirement - Lift up to 35 pounds without assistance - Frequently
16. 16. Physical Requirement - Lift more than 35 pounds without assistance - Occasionally
17. 17. Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - Inside office environment - Applicable

I have reviewed the qualifications, physical requirements and occupational exposure/risk potential for this position and wish to apply I Agree