Ophthalmic Technician I: Clinical Tests & Patient Care

EyeSouth Partners; Newnan (GA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401k w/ Match

HSA/FSA

Telemedicine

Generous PTO Package

Employee Discounts and Perks

Employee Assistance Program

Group Life/AD&D

Short Term Disability Insurance

Long Term Disability Insurance

Job summary

Georgia Retina is seeking an ophthalmic technician to support physicians with clinical testing, chart reviews, and accurate data entry in a fast-paced ophthalmic setting. The role includes scribing, patient history capture, and assisting with in-office procedures.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or equivalent, ophthalmic/optometric experience preferred, and strong communication skills. EyeSouth Partners benefits include medical, dental, vision, 401k, and PTO.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or the equivalent years related experience preferred
• Nextech/ICP experience strongly preferred
• Ophthalmic and/or optometric technician experience preferred
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced clinical environment

Responsibilities

• Reviews patient chart to ensure completeness and accuracy of information.
• Perform testing ordered by doctor and determined by exam type, patient complaint and/or history.
• Act as a medical scribe while physician examines patient, entering data into electronic medical records.
• Takes an ocular and systemic history and accurately records visual acuity.
• Administers topical ophthalmic or oral medications under the direction of the physician.
• Assist with simple in-office procedures and ensure informed consent is obtained.
• Assist with patient education.
• Maintains cleanliness and orderliness of exam rooms during the workday.
• Complies with all practice procedures and protocols. Complies with all State and Federal regulations.
• Report inventory and supply needs to leadership timely and as needed for supply ordering
• Participate in daily team huddles and regularly scheduled meetings as planned and required.
• Understand and accept responsibility to report potential or suspected errors to supervisor or Compliance Officer
• Contribute to the team effort by completing additional tasks or projects as needed.
• Maintain positive attitude consisting of cooperation, self-motivation, courtesy, and professionalism

Skills

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Fast-paced environment

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Nextech/ICP

Job description

Georgia Retina is seeking an ophthalmic technician to support physicians with clinical testing, chart reviews, and accurate data entry in a fast-paced ophthalmic setting. The role includes scribing, patient history capture, and assisting with in-office procedures.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or equivalent, ophthalmic/optometric experience preferred, and strong communication skills. EyeSouth Partners benefits include medical, dental, vision, 401k, and PTO.