Ophthalmic Technician II

Retina Institute of Illinois; Hoffman Estates (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; 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

Retina Institute of Illinois is seeking an ophthalmic technician to support the ophthalmologist by gathering data on ocular health status and performing clinical tests. The role includes chart reviews, data entry into EMR, history taking, and assisting with procedures.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma, 3+ years as an uncertified ophthalmic assistant, and experience with Nextech/ICP systems. Strong communication and teamwork are essential in our fast-paced clinical setting.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 3 years' experience as uncertified ophthalmic assistant preferred.
• COA Eligibility preferred.
• Nextech/ICP experience strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Review patient chart to ensure completeness and accuracy.
• Perform testing ordered by doctor and determined by exam type.
• Act as medical scribe and enter data into electronic medical records.
• Take ocular and systemic history and record visual acuity.
• Administer topical ophthalmic or oral medications under physician direction.
• Assist with simple in-office procedures and obtain informed consent.
• Educate patients and maintain cleanliness of exam rooms.
• Comply with procedures, regulations, and quality reporting requirements.

Skills

3+ years ophthalmic assistant

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Fast-paced clinical environment

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Nextech/ICP

COA Eligibility

Job description

Company Overview

At Retina Institute of Illinois, we believe in providing compassionate and conscientious retinal care to our patients, with the goal of improving eyesight and preventing loss of vision.Established over 15 years ago, the Retina Institute of Illinois has been providing outstanding retinal care to the Chicago-land area and surrounding suburbs.

Position Summary

Responsible for assisting the ophthalmologist by gathering data pertaining to the patient's ocular health status. The ophthalmic technician is proficient in performing appropriate clinical tests, drawing on formal education and/or clinical experience that provide a solid understanding of the theory and principles of eye care.

Responsibilities

Clinical

• Reviews patient chart to ensure completeness and accuracy of information.
• Perform testing ordered by doctor and determined by the type of exam scheduled, patient complaint and/or patient history.
• Ability to 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.
• Ability to assist with simple in-office procedures ensures proper informed consent is obtained.
• Assists 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.
• Understands documentation requirements for quality reporting and testing frequency restrictions.

Administrative

• 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.
• Complete work/school excuses and provide patients with medication instructions.
• Understand and accept responsibility for reporting 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.

Essential Skills

• Intermediate comprehension and ability to complete each skill as required based on iJCAHPO training and generally accepted understanding of each technician skill. Intermediate comprehension means applying knowledge correctly in routine and moderately complex situations, understanding core clinical concepts and workflows, and the ability to interpret information rather than just follow instructions.
• History Taking (including pharmacology understanding for common ophthalmic medications)
• Visual Acuity
• Confrontation Visual Fields
• Extraocular Motility Assessment: evaluation of ductions, perform cover/uncover & alternating cover testing and document defects
• Pupil Assessment: recognize and identify pupil abnormalities in addition to an APD
• Intraocular Pressure Measurement with Goldmann applanation via slit lamp or Perkins tonometer
• Manual Lensometry and accurate transposition between minus and plus cylinder as needed
• Angle Assessment utilizing the slit lamp microscope
• Manual refractometry using the Jackson Cross-Cylinder technique
• Supplemental testing including Amsler Grid, Color Vision, Stereopsis (Randot test), Exophthalmometry, BAT, and PAM
• Diagnostic testing including immersion and/or contact A-scan biometry, ultrasound, OCT, visual field, pachymetry, topography, dry eye testing, and fundus photography

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Minimum 3 years' experience as uncertified ophthalmic assistant preferred
• COA Eligibility preferred
• Nextech/ICP experience strongly preferred
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced clinical environment.

Company Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401k w/ Match
• HSA/FSA
• Telemedicine
• Generous PTO Package

We also offer the following benefits for FREE:

• Employee Discounts and Perks
• Employee Assistance Program
• Group Life/AD&D
• Short Term Disability Insurance
• Long Term Disability Insurance

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