Ophthalmic Technician

Center for Sight Las Vegas; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Center for Sight Las Vegas is seeking an Ophthalmic Assistant to perform extensive data collection to support physician diagnosis. The role requires obtaining patient history and documenting measurements, testing results, and encounters.

Responsibilities include following patient flow protocols, escorting patients, keeping exam lanes stocked and clean, and maintaining confidentiality. Strong computer skills (Excel/Word/Outlook) and interpersonal abilities are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; some college preferred.
• Two years of experience as an Ophthalmic Assistant.
• Certification as Ophthalmic Assistant/Technician preferred.
• Bilingual preferred, not required.
• Must maintain confidentiality of patient information.
• Strong computer skills with Excel, Word, and Outlook; able to learn new software.

Responsibilities

• Interacts with all patients with professionalism and respect.
• Obtains patient history including chief complaint, history of present illness, past history, family history, allergies and medications.
• Accurately documents measurements, testing results and patient encounters.
• Documentation to include manual and/or Auto Lensometry-Stereopsis, Pupillary Function-Angle Assessment, Confrontational Visual Fields-Dilation.
• Follows protocol to determine the next patient in the waiting room; deviations preapproved.
• Escorts patients to and from waiting areas by surname and informs them of wait times.
• Assists after appointment by guiding patients to checkout or optical dispensary; maintains exam lane stocks and cleanliness.
• Seeks guidance and does not perform beyond clinical capabilities.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Confidentiality

Customer service

Excel

Word

Outlook

Education

High school diploma or GED

Ophthalmic Assistant/Technician certification preferred

Tools

Excel

Word

Outlook

Job description

Job Summary: This individual is responsible for performing an extensive number of data collection functions, as delegated by the physician, to allow for proper, professional diagnosis of patients’ conditions.

Primary Duties: (*=essential Functions)

• Interacts with all patients using the level of respect and professionalism required by Center for Sight.*
• Obtains patient history, to include: chief complaint, history of present illness, past history (ocular and general), family history (ocular and general), and history of allergies and medications. *
• Accurately documents measurements, testing results and the patient encounter as well as relevant patient information.*

Documentation to include:

-Manual and/or Auto Lensometry-Stereopsis

-Pupillary Function-Angle Assessment

-Confrontational Visual Fields-Dilation

• Clinical Flow and Efficacy*
• Follows protocol on which patient should be taken next from the waiting room to be worked up. Any deviations from protocol must be preapproved.*
• Escorts patients to and from waiting areas using the patient’s surname.*
• Keeps patients informed of any potential wait times.*
• Following appointment, escorts patients from the clinical area to the check-out station or optical dispensary when necessary.*
• Maintains stock levels and cleanliness of exam lanes.*
• Seeks guidance from Supervisors and Providers as necessary, never performing beyond clinical capabilities.*

Position Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED, some college preferred.
• Two years’ experience as an Ophthalmic Assistant.
• Valid proof of certification as an Ophthalmic Assistant/Technician preferred.
• Bilingual preferred, not required.
• Requires ability to maintain strict confidentiality of all patient information.
• Requires strong computer competency including intermediate knowledge and experience with Excel, Word and Outlook (calendar/email) and the ability to easily learn and adapt to new software applications.
• Requires exceptional interpersonal skills, including the ability to exhibit workplace civility and promote a positive work environment.