Ophthalmic Technician II - Precision Eye Diagnostics

EyeSouth Partners; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; 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

Eye Center of Texas is seeking an ophthalmic assistant to support our physicians across multiple locations. You will gather data on patients’ ocular health, perform tests ordered by doctors, and enter information into the electronic medical record.

Qualifications include a HS Diploma, COA eligibility preferred, and 3 years’ experience; Nextech/ICP experience is strongly preferred. We offer competitive benefits and a supportive team in a fast-paced clinical environment.

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.

Responsibilities

• Reviews patient chart to ensure completeness and accuracy of information.
• Perform testing ordered by doctor and determined by the type of exam scheduled.
• Act as a medical scribe while physician examines patient, entering data into electronic medical records.
• Take ocular and systemic history and accurately record visual acuity.
• Administer topical ophthalmic or oral medications under physician direction.
• Assist with simple in-office procedures and ensure informed consent is obtained.
• Assist with patient education.
• Maintain cleanliness and orderliness of exam rooms and comply with procedures and regulations.
• Understand documentation requirements for quality reporting and testing frequency restrictions.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Team player

Fast-paced setting

Education

HS Diploma

COA Eligibility

Tools

Nextech ICP

Job description

Eye Center of Texas is seeking an ophthalmic assistant to support our physicians across multiple locations. You will gather data on patients’ ocular health, perform tests ordered by doctors, and enter information into the electronic medical record.

Qualifications include a HS Diploma, COA eligibility preferred, and 3 years’ experience; Nextech/ICP experience is strongly preferred. We offer competitive benefits and a supportive team in a fast-paced clinical environment.