Ophthalmic Technician Assistant: Patient‑Focused Care

SightMD NY; Town of Huntington (NY); In loco; USD 28.000 - 36.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Prescription drug coverage

Term life insurance

Long-term disability

Supplemental insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Time Off

Paid holidays

Descrizione del lavoro

SightMD is seeking an Ophthalmic Technician Assistant to support physicians by ensuring smooth patient flow and clear communication about visit expectations. You will assist with basic eye tests, documentation, and coordination of prior authorizations, while maintaining HIPAA compliance and exceptional patient care.

The role involves room preparation, equipment maintenance, and open/close duties, with a rotating schedule including days, evenings, and weekends.

Competenze

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• 1 year medical office or customer service experience preferred.
• HIPAA awareness and ability to protect patient privacy.

Mansioni

• Greet patients and document intake information.
• Document follow-up notes in the EHR.
• Perform basic eye tests prior to physician examination.
• Process prescription refills as directed by the physician.
• Coordinate and obtain prior authorizations for medications.
• Provide medication use and pre-/post-operative care instructions.
• Maintain clean exam rooms and equipment.
• Open/close exam rooms and secure instruments.
• Follow clinic safety and infection control procedures.
• Assist with opening/closing the clinic and ensuring readiness.

Conoscenze

Customer service

Organizational skills

Time management

Multitasking

Problem solving

Interpersonal skills

Computer literacy

Formazione

High School diploma or equivalent

Strumenti

EHR

Google Drive

Descrizione del lavoro

SightMD is seeking an Ophthalmic Technician Assistant to support physicians by ensuring smooth patient flow and clear communication about visit expectations. You will assist with basic eye tests, documentation, and coordination of prior authorizations, while maintaining HIPAA compliance and exceptional patient care.

The role involves room preparation, equipment maintenance, and open/close duties, with a rotating schedule including days, evenings, and weekends.