Ophthalmic Technician II

Socket.dev; Saint Augustine (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401k with Match

HSA/FSA

Telemedicine

PTO

Job summary

Atlantic Eye Institute is seeking an ophthalmic technician to support physicians by collecting ocular history, performing tests, and documenting results in the electronic medical record. The role includes patient interaction, medication administration, and assistive tasks in the ophthalmic clinic.

The candidate should have a high school diploma, 3 years of ophthalmic assistant experience, and preferably a COA certification, with familiarity in Modernizing Medicine software.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum 3 years of experience as uncertified ophthalmic assistant preferred.
• COA certification preferred.
• Experience with Modernizing Medicine is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist ophthalmologist/optometrists by gathering data on ocular health status.
• Perform clinical tests and document results in EMR.
• May act as medical scribe during examinations.
• Administer medications as directed.
• Maintain exam room cleanliness and orderliness.
• Support patient education and comply with procedures and regulations.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Fast-paced clinical environment

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

COA certification

Tools

Modernizing Medicine

Job description

Company Overview

At Atlantic Eye Institute, our mission is to help our patients live their vision through exceptional, compassionate and honest eye care for every stage of life. And treat them like members of our family—because they are.

Living Our Vision: They say seeing is believing. But we say it’s much more than that. Seeing is how the story of our life is told. A journey that unfolds through your very own eyes. A journey we’re on together, every step of the way—from a child’s first eye exam, to their first pair of glasses and contacts, to LASIK, and even cataracts, we help you see the world better at every stage in your life. Any age, any problem, any time, we will be there. That’s because at Atlantic Eye Institute we believe in the power of seeing things clearly.

Every vivid color. Every precise movement. Every memory. And so, our team remains committed to you, from the most advanced technology and personalized care to being available 24/7 and always doing the right thing. This is our vision for you: A world where seeing isn’t just believing; seeing clearly is living fully. That’s why at Atlantic Eye Institute, we not only help improve your vision—we help you Live Your Vision.

We invite you to join our team!

Position Summary

Responsible for assisting the ophthalmologist and optometrists 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.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Minimum 3 years’ experience as uncertified ophthalmic assistant preferred
• COA, preferred
• Modernizing Medicine experience strongly preferred

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced clinical environment.

Company Benefits

We offer a competitive benefits package to our employees:

• 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

EyeSouth Partners is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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