Ophthalmic Technician: Patient Care & Diagnostics

Northeast-Ohio-Eye-Surgeons; North Canton (OH); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Benefits package

Generous PTO

7 company holidays

401(k) with match

Uniform reimbursement

Job summary

The Ophthalmic Technician at Northeast-Ohio-Eye-Surgeons participates in patient care within a clinic setting, greeting patients and guiding them through their appointment. You will perform diagnostic tests such as visual acuity, tonometry, and lensometry, and ensure accurate notes in the EMR.

Responsibilities include maintaining a sterile, efficient environment, preparing patients for procedures, educating on medications and pre/post-operative care, and protecting patient privacy in compliance

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Knowledge of medical terminology is preferred.
• Entry level with 0–3 years of experience is typical.

Responsibilities

• Interacts with patients to accurately gather information and enter it into our electronic medical records 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.
• Records all 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, preparing patients for sterile procedures.
• Educates patients regarding medications and pre/post operative instructions.
• Reads charts for physician and ensures patient information confidentiality per HIPAA.
• Demonstrates knowledge of eye anatomy, diseases, symptoms & ocular medications.

Skills

EMR experience

Medical terminology

Patient communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

EMR software

Job description

The Ophthalmic Technician at Northeast-Ohio-Eye-Surgeons participates in patient care within a clinic setting, greeting patients and guiding them through their appointment. You will perform diagnostic tests such as visual acuity, tonometry, and lensometry, and ensure accurate notes in the EMR.

Responsibilities include maintaining a sterile, efficient environment, preparing patients for procedures, educating on medications and pre/post-operative care, and protecting patient privacy in compliance