Ophthalmic Technician

University Clinical Health, Inc.; Memphis, Northern (TN, KY); Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

University Clinical Health, Inc. seeks an ophthalmic assistant to interview patients, obtain histories, and assist physicians during examinations, including lensometry, auto refraction, keratometry, and biometry.

You will prepare patients, perform screening and threshold visual field tests, assist with contact lens fitting, ensure equipment is functional, and help maintain patient flow across clinic sites.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent required.
• Minimum 1 year of relevant clinical experience.
• COA certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Interview patients to obtain medical history and assist with examinations.
• Assist physicians by administering patient care as directed.
• Prepare patients for office procedures and assist with contact lens fitting.
• Perform lensometry, auto refraction, keratometry, and intraocular biometry.
• Conduct visual field screening with automated perimeter.
• Inspect and ensure proper functioning of equipment.
• Support patient education and ensure smooth patient flow.
• Travel to satellite clinics as needed.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Customer service

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

COA certification

Job description

Description

JOB TYPE: Full-Time

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-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-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. University Clinical Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. University Clinical Health is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.

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
• Travel to satellite clinics as needed
• 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

Education & Experience:

• High school graduate, or equivalent Required
• At least 1 year of relevant clinical experience Required
• COA certification Preferred