Ophthalmic Technician

Azul Vision, Inc.; Huntington Beach (CA); On-site; USD 65,904,000 - 71,635,000; Full time

Job summary

Azul Vision, Inc. in Huntington Beach, CA is seeking an Ophthalmic Technician to work in a fast-paced clinic. Responsibilities include performing pre-testing, documenting patient history and coordinating care with doctors and staff.

The role requires 2+ years in ophthalmology, 45 wpm typing, and may involve up to 50% travel between clinics across Los Angeles and Orange County. Competitive hourly pay is offered for full-time employment.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent is required.
• 2+ years of ophthalmology technician experience preferred.
• Typing speed of 45 wpm is required.
• Bilingual Spanish/English preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform ophthalmic diagnostic tests such as Humphrey Visual Field, OCT, A-scan and corneal topography.
• Prepare patients for procedures and minor surgeries; assist physicians as needed.
• Document medical history, test results and patient education in the chart.
• Assist in laser procedures and ensure proper paperwork for surgeries is completed.
• This in-office role may require up to 50% travel to multiple clinics in LA/OC.

Skills

Typing 45 wpm

Attention to detail

Proactive and independent

Bilingual Spanish/English

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

COA/COT certification preferred

Tools

EHR

Job description

Ophthalmic Technician# Ophthalmic TechnicianHuntington Beach, CA 92647## OverviewSalary Range$23.00 - $25.00 HourlyPosition TypeFull TimeJob ShiftDayCategoryHealth Care## DescriptionThe Ophthalmic Technician is primarily responsible for the work up, education and follow up of current and potential patients.**Essential Functions:**Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.* Ability to interact and communicate in a professional demeanor with patients, doctors, and staff.* Accurately communicate pertinent information to patients.* Complete all necessary workups including obtaining medical and surgical history, and the completion of all diagnostic testing.* Prioritize and maintain efficient patient/doctor workflow.* Accurate pre-testing according to office policy and procedures.* Triage phone calls and forward to appropriate office staff.* Assist in minor procedures.* Prepare patients for additional laser procedures (blepharoplasty, injections, YAG, SLT).* Prepare necessary paperwork for surgeries ordered by the physicians.* In office and telephonic patient education and ensure its appropriately documented in patient’s chart.* Follow HIPPA guidelines to maintain strict patient confidentiality.* Cross train in back and front office procedures.* Help maintain back-office inventory/supplies.* Accurately perform Humphrey Visual Field, OCT scans, A-scans, Corneal Topography, Amsler grid, color testing, and additional diagnostic testing.* This is an in-office position; remote work is not available.* Other duties as assigned.## Qualifications**Qualifications:*** High School diploma or its equivalent is required.* 2+ years’ experience as Ophthalmology Technician preferred* Ability to type 45 wpm.* Advanced understanding of HIPAA rules and regulations.* Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA)/Certified Ophthalmic Technician (COT) preferred.* Experience with an Electronic Health Record (EHR) preferred.* Experience in Medical scribing preferred.* Bilingual (Spanish/English) preferred.**Skills/Abilities:*** Ability to type 45 wpm.* Exceptional attention to detail.* Proactive and independent with the ability to take initiative.**Work Environment** This job operates in a professional, fast-passed, medical clinic environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers and filing cabinets, and interacts with both staff and patents.**Physical Demands** The employee is required to stand and use both hands for typing for extended periods of time; Walk, climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl periodically. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 45 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.**Position Type and Expected Hours of Work** This is a full-time, non-exempt position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, 8 hours a day shifts with occasional overtime as required.**Travel** This position may require up to 50% travel. Travel to multiple clinic locations, which are located throughout the Los Angeles and Orange County, will be required throughout the week, and at times on short notice.