Ophthalmic Technician/Scribe

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

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking an Ophthalmic Assistant to join their dedicated team. This role is vital in supporting eye health through patient engagement, documentation, and assisting with treatments. You'll play a key role in enhancing patient experiences and ensuring quality care in a collaborative environment. If you're looking to grow your skills and make a difference in the community, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required with no prior experience needed.
• Basic understanding of patient care and communication is essential.

Responsibilities

• Engage with patients, maintain records, and assist with treatments.
• Obtain vital signs and perform necessary documentation.

Skills

Patient Communication

Documentation Skills

Basic Medical Knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or GED

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.

Position: Ophthalmic Assistant

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

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Patient Population (Clinical): Engage in population-appropriate communication, understand growth and development milestones, give clear instructions regarding treatment, involve family/guardians, identify physical limitations, recognize behavioral health issues, interpret data, and respond to psychological or cultural needs. Perform treatments, administer medication, operate equipment safely, and recognize signs of abuse or neglect. Greet patients, answer phones, schedule appointments, and maintain patient records and insurance forms. Maintain a safe work environment and clinic area.
• Patient Intake: Obtain vital signs and necessary information, assist in documentation, perform treatments, administer ophthalmic dilating drops, and assist with invasive procedures.
• Care Coordination: Return patient calls, coordinate diagnostic testing and hospital procedures, arrange admissions, and assist in implementing age-appropriate care.