Ophthalmic Technician I — Patient Care & Eye Diagnostics

Northeast-Ohio-Eye-Surgeons; Franklin Township (OH); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Robust benefit package including care

PTO program

Company paid holidays

401(k) retirement plan with company

Uniform reimbursement

People, Passion, Purpose and Progress

Inspirational culture

Job summary

Northeast-Ohio-Eye-Surgeons in Ohio is seeking an Ophthalmic Technician to greet patients, explain what to expect, and escort them to an exam room while performing diagnostic tests such as visual acuity, tonometry and lensometry.

You will document findings in EMR, support physician notes, maintain HIPAA compliance, educate patients on medications and pre/post operative care, and assist with minor procedures as needed.

Qualifications

• Requires a high school diploma or GED.
• Ability to stand or sit for extended periods and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Experience with EMR systems is preferred.
• Valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Interacts with patients to accurately gather information and enter it into our EMR system.
• Proactively engages patients in communicating what to expect with the visit and communicates delays or changes.
• Initiates and documents the patient's chief complaint, present illness, and past medical history.
• Accurately records information in EMR according to standards and physician requirements.
• Conducts tests and measures eye muscle function, pupil size, and reactivity.
• Applies drops to anesthetize, dilate, or medicate eyes.
• Assists with minor surgery procedures, intraocular injections and laser treatments, in exam or treatment rooms.
• Educates patients regarding medications and pre/post operative instructions.
• Maintains confidentiality and HIPAA compliance.
• Demonstrates basic knowledge of eye anatomy, disease, symptoms, and ocular medications.

Skills

Attention to detail

Patient communication

Medical terminology

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

EMR software

Job description

Northeast-Ohio-Eye-Surgeons in Ohio is seeking an Ophthalmic Technician to greet patients, explain what to expect, and escort them to an exam room while performing diagnostic tests such as visual acuity, tonometry and lensometry.

You will document findings in EMR, support physician notes, maintain HIPAA compliance, educate patients on medications and pre/post operative care, and assist with minor procedures as needed.