Ophthalmic Technician - Upper East Side

EmblemHealth; New York (NY); On-site; USD 33,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

AdvantageCare Physicians is seeking an Ophthalmic Assistant to support physicians with patient histories, tests, scribing, and in-office ophthalmic procedures. The role requires strong patient communication, meticulous documentation, and knowledge of ophthalmic terminology.

Responsibilities include handling patient questions, maintaining equipment, and ensuring up-to-date patient records in the EMR. High school diploma or GED is required, with ophthalmic training preferred and JCAHPO

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Formal ophthalmic training preferred.
• Some college coursework in anatomy and medical terminology is a plus.
• JCAHPO certification (COA/COT/CMOT) is required within 12 months of hire if not already held.

Responsibilities

• Take patient histories and document in the electronic medical record.
• Perform ophthalmic tests and assist with in-office procedures.
• Scribe physician notes and transcribe into the EHR as directed.
• Educate patients on ocular conditions and care and answer questions.
• Maintain and sterilize ophthalmic instruments and manage inventory.

Skills

People skills

Customer service

Time management

Attention to detail

EMR navigation

Medical terminology

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Formal ophthalmic training

Some college coursework in anatomy/medical terminology

JCAHPO certification (COA/COT/CMOT) within 12 months

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

AdvantageCare Physicians (ACPNY) is a primary and specialty care practice serving half a million patients across the New York metropolitan area. With more than 30 medical offices across New York City's five boroughs and Long Island, ACPNY is continually expanding our practice and enhancing our services for communities throughout New York. As we grow, our employees grow with us.

Summary of Position

Assist the physician with daily patient care, communication, and workflow. Specific tasks include but are not limited to taking patient histories, administering tests, scribing, and performing a variety of clinical and patient services.

Principal Accountabilities

• Obtain patient history and charts procedures in the electronic medical records.
• Perform and record visual acuities, color vision, stereopsis test, auto refractometer readings, blood pressure as directed by ophthalmologist.
• Order new/replacement lenses based on prescription.
• Handle patient questions during visits and via phone, providing advice and resolving problems in consultation with ophthalmologist.
• Maintain, calibrate, clean, and sterilize ophthalmic instruments and equipment as indicated.
• Assist physicians in performing in-office ophthalmic procedures.
• Transcribe physician's dictation into patient electronic medical record, as directed by the physician, according to local, state and federal guidelines.
• Monitor inventory of supplies and restocks as necessary.
• Ensure medication and treatment items are not expired.
• Educate patients on ocular conditions and ocular care.
• Perform other job-related duties as required.

Qualifications

Education, Training, Licenses, Certifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• Formal ophthalmic training preferred
• Some college coursework, preferably including basic anatomy and medical terminology courses (P)Current Joint Commission on Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology (JCAHPO) certification as COA, COT, or CMOT. (Required within 12 months of hire) preferred

Relevant Work Experience, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• One to two years' experience in an eye care environment
• Prior experience with ophthalmic testing and scribing
• Excellent interpersonal skills, customer service, organization ability, time management and the ability to effectively prioritize work
• Ability to effectively manage multiple tasks with strong attention to detail and documentation
• Proficiency with computer use, especially an electronic medical record
• Knowledge of medical terminology, particularly related to ophthalmology
• Prior experience in a fast-paced, high customer volume work environment preferred

Additional Information

• Requisition ID: 1000003163
• Hiring Range: $24.50-$29.00