Ophthalmic Technician

University Clinical Health; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

University Clinical Health (UCH) is seeking a full-time staff member to interview patients, obtain histories, and assist physicians with examinations. The role includes administering lensometry, auto refraction, keratometry, and visual field testing, plus A-scan biometry for IOL calculations, and helping patients with contact lenses.

Equipment inspection and patient education are also part of the duties. The position emphasizes patient care, safety, and adherence to clinical standards to support

Qualifications

• Knowledge of safety, compliance, and regulatory issues.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Committed to supporting UCH’s standard to medical excellence.

Responsibilities

• Interview patients to obtain medical history and assist with examination.
• Assist physician with patient care and office procedures.
• Administer tests such as lensometry, auto refraction, keratometry, and visual field screening.
• Perform A-scan biometry for intraocular lens calculations and assist with contact lens fitting.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Organizational skills

Customer service

Safety and compliance knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Who We Are

As the only independent and physician-led faculty practice plan of the University of Tennessee Health Science Center, University Clinical Health (UCH) offers best-in-class clinical care through a network of more than 175 providers across 19 specialties to meet the healthcare needs of the Mid-South community. We are a not-for-profit, non-tax-supported group practice and are here to serve the community by putting our patients first. In addition, we offer exciting career opportunities for qualified, caring professionals and love to promote within.

Description

JOB TYPE: Full-Time

As the only independent and physician-led faculty practice plan of the University of Tennessee Health Science Center, University Clinical Health (UCH) offers best-in-class clinical care through a network of more than 175 providers across 19 specialties to meet the healthcare needs of the Mid-South community. We are a not-for-profit, non-tax-supported group practice and are here to serve the community by putting our patients first. In addition, we offer exciting career opportunities for qualified, caring professionals and love to promote within.

Position Summary

This position is responsible for the patient interview obtaining history and assisting with the examination. Assists the Physician by administering patient care as directed, and assists with office procedures including patient preparation. Performs special testing such as lensometry, auto refraction, keratometry, performs screening and threshold visual field testing with automated perimeter, performs A-scan biometry for intraocular lens calculations; provides information to patients regarding the care and handling of soft and hard contact lenses; assists physician in the fitting of contact lenses. Also, inspects equipment to ensure proper working order.

Key Results Areas (KRAs)

• Patient assessment
• Patient procedures
• Patient care
• Patient procedures
• Patient testing
• Patient education
• RX authorization
• Patient satisfaction
• Equipment/room effectiveness
• Chart documentation
• Physician schedule
• Patient triage
• Patient flow processes
• Other duties as assigned.

Core Competencies

• Knowledge of safety, compliance, and regulatory issues
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills
• Excellent customer service skills
• Committed to supporting UCH’s standard to medical excellence

Requirements

Knowledge, Skills, Education & Experience:

• High school graduate, or equivalent Required