Ophthalmic Technician - Retina

Eye Clinic of Wisconsin; Stevens Point (WI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Eye Clinic of Wisconsin in Stevens Point, WI is seeking an Ophthalmic Technician - Retina to assist physicians and perform preliminary tests according to orders and patient visits.

The role requires high school graduate with COA encouraged; candidates should be able to document health histories, operate ophthalmic testing equipment, assist patients, and communicate with physicians to ensure patient satisfaction; travel to satellites is required.

Qualifications

• High School Graduate.
• COA (Certified Ophthalmic Assistant) certification encouraged but not required.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Ability to adhere to HIPAA compliance regulations.
• Strong computer skills including typing.
• Ability to work well independently and with physicians and staff.

Responsibilities

• Assist physician with patients
• Escort patients to and from exam areas (may be required to assist patients with walking, pushing wheelchairs, lifting and transferring)
• Complete and accurately document necessary testing, patient’s health history and medications
• Complete lens prescriptions, medication forms and patient instruction forms
• Screen and document visual acuity findings, glaucoma testing and various other ocular testing
• Provide patient information concerning their eye care
• Perform refractions, to determine patients’ glasses prescriptions
• Communicate with physicians to ensure patient satisfaction
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

HIPAA compliance

Typing skills

Medical terminology

Communication with physicians

Independent work

Education

High School Diploma

COA Certification

Job description

Position: Ophthalmic Technician - Retina

Location: Stevens Point, WI

Job Id: 186-OPT-10831-1/2

# of Openings: 2

Position: Ophthalmic Technician - Retina

Department: Medical Floor

Reports to: Clinical Services/Retina Services Supervisors

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Position Summary

Assist in the care of patients by performing portions of the patient exam and a variety of preliminary tests according to physician orders and nature of the patient visit.

Principle Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist physician with patients
• Escort patients to and from exam areas (may be required to assist patients with walking, pushing wheelchairs, lifting and transferring)
• Complete and accurately document necessary testing, patient’s health history and medications
• Complete lens prescriptions, medication forms and patient instruction forms
• Screen and document visual acuity findings, glaucoma testing and various other ocular testing
• Provide patient information concerning their eye care
• Perform refractions, to determine patients’ glasses prescriptions
• Communicate with physicians to ensure patient satisfaction
• Other duties as assigned

Work Relationship and Scope

The Ophthalmic Technician works closely with physicians, patients, and other medical floor staff.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• High School Graduate
• COA (Certified Ophthalmic Assistant) certification encouraged but not required.
• Knowledge of proper, safe and efficient usage of medical and office equipment
• Ability to develop positive working relationships with physicians and staff
• Ability to work in a fast-paced medical facility while adhering to HIPAA compliance regulations
• Strong aptitude with computer software and typing skills
• Understanding of medical terminology and basic anatomy of the eye
• Knowledge of examination equipment and instrumentation, operation, and maintenance
• Ability to convey a positive attitude and be able to work well independently
• Previous experience in a medical office desirable

Work Conditions

Eye Clinic of Wisconsin has eight locations; while staff will be assigned to a “home” location; travel to satellites is a requirement of the position. Hours of work will be dependent on the needs of the Clinic. Requires the ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time. Occasional lifting (30 pounds), bending, stooping, pushing, pulling, and climbing stairs is required.

Acknowledgement

This job description describes the general nature and level of work performed by the employee assigned to this position. It does not state or imply that these are the only duties and responsibilities assigned to the job. The employee may be required to perform other job duties as requested by management. All requirements are subject to change over time. Reasonable accommodations will be made to those individuals with a disability.