Ophthalmic Technician/Scribe

Health Alliance; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare team dedicated to advancing healing and reducing suffering. As an Ophthalmic Assistant, you will play a crucial role in patient care by documenting health histories and assisting with procedures. This position offers opportunities for professional growth and development while working in a collaborative environment that values diversity and inclusion. You will be part of a team that strives to provide world-class care to the community and beyond, ensuring that every patient receives the attention and support they need. If you're passionate about making a difference in healthcare, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• No prior experience needed.

Responsibilities

• Engage in patient communication and provide clear instructions.
• Obtain vital signs and assist in documenting patient information.
• Coordinate care and ancillary services for patients.

Skills

Patient Communication

Vital Signs Measurement

Electronic Medical Record Documentation

Ophthalmic Procedures Assistance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Description

At UC Health, we're proud to have the best and brightest teams and clinicians collaborating toward our common purpose: to advance healing and reduce suffering.

As the region's adult academic health system, we strive for innovation and provide world-class care for not only our community, but patients from all over the world. Join our team and you'll be able to develop your skills, grow your career, build relationships with your peers and patients, and help us be a source of hope for our friends and neighbors.

UC Health is committed to providing an inclusive, equitable, and diverse place of employment.

The Ophthalmic Assistant is an important part of the Ophthalmic team, assisting in the effort to prevent, detect, diagnose, and manage conditions that interfere with sight. The primary focus is the documentation of the general and eye health history under the supervision of a certified provider.

Responsibilities

PATIENT POPULATION - (CLINICAL ONLY):

• Engages in population-appropriate communication.
• Has knowledge of growth and development milestones and tasks.
• Gives clear instructions to patients/families regarding treatment.
• Involves family/guardian in the assessment, initial treatment, and continuing care of the patient.
• Identifies any physical limitations of the patient and deploys intervention when necessary.
• Recognizes and responds appropriately to patients/families with behavioral health problems.
• Interprets population-related data and plans care appropriately.
• Identifies and responds appropriately to different needs resulting from, or associated with, psychological needs or cultural norms.
• Performs treatments, administers medication, or operates equipment safely.
• Recognizes and responds to signs/symptoms of abuse or neglect.
• Greeting patients, answering telephones, scheduling appointments, updating and filing patient medical records/insurance forms.
• Maintains a safe, secure, and healthy work environment by following standards and procedures, and complying with legal regulations.
• Maintains the clinic area, including cleaning, stocking examination rooms, daily setup, securing computer equipment, and maintaining diagnostic equipment.

Patient Intake

• Obtain vital signs, specimens, and other necessary information for proper evaluation, utilizing universal precautions.
• Assist the provider in documenting notes, orders, and prescriptions in the Electronic Medical Record.
• Perform treatments, administer medication, and operate equipment safely.
• Administer ophthalmic dilating eye drops.
• Assist the physician with invasive procedures.

Care Coordination

• Return routine patient telephone calls as directed and document actions taken.
• Coordinate ancillary services such as diagnostic testing/imaging, hospital procedures, admissions, additional patient visits, and medical records.
• Arrange for hospital admissions and laboratory services.
• Assist in implementing age-appropriate care for specific patient populations, including direct patient care as part of the clinical team.

Qualifications

Minimum Required: High School Diploma or GED. No experience required. License & Certification: None.