Ophthalmic Technician - Downers Grove

Duly Health and Care; Glen Ellyn (IL); On-site; USD 29,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Mental health benefit

Life and disability insurance

401(k) match

Volunteer time off

12 weeks parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Duly Health and Care is seeking an Ophthalmic Technician to join our ophthalmology team. You will collect patient history, perform tests, and document results in the EMR while guiding patients through visits with professionalism and care.

Ideal candidates have 2+ years in ophthalmology, a COT or pursuing certification, and strong attention to detail. Role requires on-site work across Downers Grove, Hinsdale and nearby clinics.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Certified Ophthalmic Technician (COT) or in process of getting certification.
• Must obtain COT certification within one year of employment.
• Minimum of 2 years experience in ophthalmology/optometry.
• Experience with standard ophthalmic evaluation equipment.

Responsibilities

• Collect patient history including chief complaint, history of present illness, past history, family history, allergies and medications.
• Perform extensive data collection to assist diagnosis as delegated by the physician.
• Interact with patients with respect and professionalism throughout visits.
• Explain processes and procedures taking place during the visit to patients.
• Maintain the EMR with accurate, concise documentation.
• Assist in keeping exam rooms clean and instruments sterilized.
• Provide telephone support for ocular emergencies, refills and patient care questions.
• Adhere to approved policies and HIPAA compliance.

Skills

Patient communication

Attention to detail

HIPAA compliance

Team collaboration

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Certified Ophthalmic Technician (COT) or in process

COT certification within 1 year of employment

Tools

Visual acuity testing equipment

Confrontational visual fields

Tono-pen tonometry

Refractometry

OCT imaging

Corneal topography

Keratometer

Job description

At Duly Health and Care, you are supported to do your best work and make a meaningful impact every day. You will be part of a collaborative, physician-led team that works as one and puts patients at the center of everything we do.With a connected network of providers, care teams, and services across primary and specialty care, surgery centers, imaging, lab, and therapy, you are part of a system designed to deliver high-quality, coordinated care. Together, we create an environment where you can grow, contribute, and help improve the experience and outcomes for every patient we serve.Overview: Ophthalmic TechnicianPosition Highlights:Downers Grove and HinsdaleOphthalmologyPosition Highlights:Full-Time, 40 hoursHours: Monday-Friday; hours vary from 7:00AM-5:00PMLocation: Downers Grove and HinsdaleTravel: Expected to clinics in Glen Ellyn, Naperville and Bloomingdale if neededBenefits:Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits that include healthcare navigation assistance.Access to a mental health benefit at no cost.Employer provided life and disability insurance.$5,250 Tuition Reimbursement per yearImmediate 401(k) match.40 hours paid volunteer time off.A culture committed to community engagement and social impact.Up to 12 weeks parental leave at 100% pay and a financial benefit for adoption and surrogacy for non-physician team members once eligibility requirements are met.Responsibilities:This individual is responsible for performing an extensive number of data collection functions, as delegated by the physician, to allow for proper diagnosis of the patients condition.Interacts with all patients using respect and professionalism.Communicates with patient about the processes and procedures taking place during their visit.Ascertains patient needs and unusual circumstances, via patient or family member.Seeks advice from more senior staff or doctors as necessary, never performing beyond capabilities.Provides telephone support regarding ocular emergencies, prescription refills and patient care questions.Adheres to approved policies and procedures.Obtains patient history to include chief complaint, history of present illness, past history, family history and history of allergies and medications.Completes accurate, concise documentation in the Electronic Medical Record (EMR).Performs accurate and consistent patient care procedures, including but not limited to: Visual acuityConfrontational visual fields, evaluation of motility and pupillary function testsApplanation tonometry and tono-pen tonometryRefractometryAngle assessment and dilation of pupilsAutomated visual field testingOphthalmic imagingRetina and optic nerve scanning (OCT)Corneal topographyKeratometry and pachymetryAssists in maintaining the exam rooms by cleaning between patients and at the end of the day.Cleans and sterilizes instruments.Prepares to take certification test.Maintains HIPAA compliancy.Qualifications:High School diploma or equivalentCertified Ophthalmic Technician (COT) or is in the process of getting certificationMust get COT certification within one year of being employedMinimum of 2 years of experience working in ophthalmology/optometry settingFundamental experience working with standard ophthalmic evaluation equipment.The compensation for this role includes a base pay range of $20.55-30.85 with the actual pay determined by factors such as skills, experience, education, certifications, geographic location, and internal equity. Additional compensation may be available through shift differentials, bonuses, and other incentives. Base pay is only a portion of the total rewards package.Artificial Intelligence DisclosureArtificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.