Ophthalmic Technician

EyeCare Partners; Pensacola (FL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full Benefits Package

401k + employer matching

PTO and paid holidays

Paid Maternity Leave

Competitive base pay

Job summary

Panhandle Vision Institute in Pensacola, FL is seeking an Ophthalmic Technician to assist ophthalmologists and prepare patients for exams. You will perform diagnostic tests, document findings in EMR, and help maintain patient flow with a professional, empathetic approach.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED and at least one year of related experience or training. Certification like COA/COT preferred but not required. Training provided; weekend availability may be needed.

Qualifications

• Provides excellent patient care with energy and empathy.
• Complies with HIPAA confidentiality standards.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to coordinate with all levels of employees.
• Organizational skills focused on tracking patient care and improving patient flow.
• Desire to gain industry knowledge and training.
• Demonstrates initiative in accomplishing practice goals.
• Ability to grow, adapt, and accept change.
• Consistently creates a positive work environment as a team-oriented, patient-focused professional.
• Commitment to work over 40 hours to meet business needs.
• Availability to work weekends when applicable.
• Reliable transportation allowing travel to multiple locations with minimal notice.

Responsibilities

• Greet patients promptly and maintain a professional attitude.
• Anticipate physician needs to facilitate clinic flow.
• Perform dilation, refraction, pressures, and diagnostic tests (e.g., OCT, GDX, IOL Master, auto refractor, topography).
• Record patient data in EMR accurately and thoroughly.
• Prepare patients for treatments and minor procedures; measure vital signs.
• Open and close exam rooms; keep rooms stocked and clean.
• Assist ophthalmologists during visits and ensure smooth patient experience.
• Comply with HIPAA and company policies at all times.

Skills

Patient care

HIPAA compliance

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Initiative

Teamwork

Reliability

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

EMR systems

Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)

Job description

EyeCare Partners is the nation’s leading provider of clinically integrated eye care. Our national network of over 300 ophthalmologists and 700 optometrists provides a lifetime of care to our patients with a mission to enhance vision, advance eye care and improve lives. Based in St. Louis, Missouri, over 650 ECP-affiliated practice locations provide care in 18 states and 80 markets, providing services that span the eye care continuum. For more information, visit www.eyecare-partners.com.

Company: Panhandle Vision Institute
Job Title: Ophthalmic Technician
Location: Pensacola, FL

Benefits

• Full Benefits Package - medical, vision, dental and life insurance
• 401k + employer matching
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays
• Paid Maternity Leave
• Competitive base pay

Hours

• Full Time
  • Our offices are open from Monday-Friday 8:00am-4:00pm
  • Work any shift within these hours with open availability; may need to start earlier/later as needed.

Summary

An Ophthalmic Technician is a valuable asset to an Ophthalmologist, assisting in providing excellent patient care during visits. The employee handles a wide range of duties while using equipment to perform initial testing needed to prepare a patient for an exam with an Ophthalmologist.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Display a professional attitude, greet patients promptly and thank them when they leave
• Anticipate Physician needs to facilitate the flow of the clinic
• Practice urgency at all times with patient and doctor time and schedule
• Comply with all company policies and procedures, including HIPAA
• Verify patient’s information by interviewing patient
• Record patient’s medical history and current medications and confirm purpose of visit
• Record all data in the patient’s Electronic Medical Record (EMR)
• Check condition of patient’s eyes by observing pupils, muscles, visual acuity, and extraocular movements
• Perform dilation, refraction, pressures, and diagnostic tests including visual fields, OCT, GDX, IOL master, auto refractor and topography
• Demonstrate working knowledge of eye anatomy, diseases, symptoms and ocular medications
• Accurately and thoroughly document medical visits and procedures as they are performed by the Physician
• Prepare patients for treatments and minor procedures; measure and record vital signs (blood pressure, pulse, respiration rate) as required
• Open and close exam rooms as needed
• Keep examination, treatment, laser, and other assigned rooms clean and stocked with supplies; keep drug count updated
• General office duties and cleaning as assigned by manager

Qualifications

• Provides excellent patient care with energy and empathy
• Complies with HIPAA confidentiality standards when communicating patient information
• Excellent communication skills and ability to coordinate with all levels of employees in a courteous, professional manner
• Organizational skills focused on tracking patient care and improving patient flow
• Desire to gain industry knowledge and training
• Demonstrates initiative in accomplishing practice goals
• Ability to grow, adapt, and accept change
• Consistently creates a positive work environment as a team-oriented, patient-focused professional
• Commitment to work over 40 hours to meet business needs
• Availability to work weekends when applicable
• Reliable transportation allowing employee to travel to multiple locations with minimal notice

Education and/or Experience

• Minimum Required: High school diploma or GED
• Minimum Required: One year of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience

Licenses and Credentials

• Current Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) or Certified Ophthalmic Technician (COT) certification is preferred, but not required

Systems and Technology

• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook
• Experience using Electronic Medical Records (EMR) systems
• Computer proficiency and ability to quickly learn new applications

Physical Requirements

• Requires a variety of physical activities: frequent walking (75%), sitting (50%), and standing (50%) with regular bending, stooping, and reaching (25–50%). Must lift, carry, push and pull items up to 25 lbs. Strong fine motor skills and full use of hands are essential, with constant grasping, writing/typing and use of technology.
• Visual and auditory acuity—including color, depth, peripheral vision, and ability to adjust focus—is required 100% of the time.
• Occasional driving or climbing may also be necessary.

Equal Opportunity Employer

EyeCare Partners is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.