Ophthalmic Technician Non-Certified RMG

rivhs; Williamsburg (VA); Sur place; USD 26 000 - 34 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Riverside Health System in Williamsburg, Virginia, is seeking an Ophthalmic Assistant. This non-certified, pre-entry level position works under supervision to greet patients, document complaints, perform and record clinical measures, and support ophthalmic care.

Responsibilities include preparing refills, referrals and dictations, returning calls, and educating patients. Office safety and HIPAA compliance are also emphasized.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.

Responsabilités

• Performs and records clinical measures (visual acuities, refractometry, tonometry, keratometry, slit lamp, visual fields, OCT) under supervision.
• Identify patient reason for visit and assess immediate needs for timely care.
• Record medical, allergic, ophthalmic and family histories including prescriptions, glasses, and contacts.
• Communicate and document information to physicians and team members.
• Prepare referral letters and dictations for physician review and signature.
• Facilitate patient education with videos and brochures.
• Prepare prescription refills for physician review and signature.
• Answer voicemails and return calls to patients/pharmacies promptly.
• Demonstrate positive interpersonal relations with patients and families.
• Utilize technology to increase efficiency (EHR, Group Management, MedFlow, Office programs).
• Maintain clean, safe work area and knowledge of OSHA/HIPAA regulations.

Formation

High School Diploma or GED

Description du poste

Williamsburg, Virginia

Hiring Range

$18.90 - $24.60/Hourly

Actual pay is determined based on job-related factors such as relevant experience, education, credentials, skills, internal equity, and business needs.

Overview

The Ophthalmic Assistant is the non-certified pre-entry level position.

This position works under the supervision of the Office Manager, Physicians, Clinical Coordinator/Supervisor and/or COT or COMT. The Ophthalmic Assistant greets the patient, reviews and documents the complaint. Performs and records pertinent clinical measures to include visual acuities, slit lamp exam and any other necessary diagnostic test. The OA facilitates patient education through brochures and videos. The OA prepares prescription refills for the physician to review and sign. The OA is also responsible for preparing referral and dictation letters, returning calls to patients and pharmacies with medical questions under the supervision of a the Clinical Supervisor, Certified Ophthalmic Assistant, Certified Ophthalmic Technician or Certified Ophthalmic Medical Technologist.

What you will do

Performs and records pertinent clinical measures to include Visual Acuities, Refractometry, Application Tonometry, Keratometry, Slit Lamp Exams, Visual Fields, OCT and other ancillary testing under the supervision of the Clinical Supervisor, Physicians and/or senior level technician. Identifies the patients complaint or reason for the visit and assess the patients immediate needs to ensure the patient is seen in a timely manner. Records pertinent medical, allergic, ophthalmic and family histories to include current prescriptions, glasses and contact lenses.

Communicates and documents essential information to physicians and team members. Prepares referral follow up letters and dictations for referring physicians for the physicians review and signature.

Facilitates patient education through videos and brochures. Prepares prescription refills for the physician's review and signature. Reviews and answers patient's voicemails and returns calls to patients and pharmacies in a timely manner.

Demonstrates positive interpersonal relations in dealing with patients and their families or caregivers to project a favorable image of the office and facilitate quality patient care.

Effectively utilizes technology to increase efficiency including all equipment, Group Management, MedFlow, Electronic Health Record, Electronic Health Record, and Microsoft Office Programs.

Maintains clean and safe work area. Maintains a working knowledge of facility, OSHA, and HIPPA regulations.

Qualifications

Education

• High School Diploma or GED, (Preferred)

Experience

• 1 year Ophthalmology/Optometry Office (Preferred)

To learn more about being a team member with Riverside Health System visit us at https://www.riversideonline.com/careers.