Ophthalmic Technician: Vision Care & Patient Flow

Retina Associates of Kentucky; Somerset (KY); On-site; USD 22,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full Benefits Package - Medical,Vision

401k + Employer Matching

Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays

Paid Maternity Leave

Optical Education Reimbursement

Competitive Base Pay

Job summary

Retina Associates of Kentucky is seeking an Ophthalmic Technician to support ophthalmology exams and patient testing. The role involves traveling between Somerset, Danville, and Lexington with mileage reimbursement; training is in Lexington.

Basic computer skills and a customer-focused attitude are essential as you assist clinicians and manage patient flow. Holders of COA/COT are preferred, but not required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; willingness to learn.
• At least one year of related experience or training.
• COA/COT certification preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate patient flow and assist the doctor in preliminary testing.
• Verify medical and vision insurances and communicate with patients.
• Respond to inquiries by phone, email, and in person.
• Maintain accurate patient records in the EMR system.
• Support general office duties as assigned.

Skills

Customer service

HIPAA compliance

EMR data entry

Ophthalmic testing

Communication

Education

High school diploma

One year of related experience

Tools

EMR software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Retina Associates of Kentucky is seeking an Ophthalmic Technician to support ophthalmology exams and patient testing. The role involves traveling between Somerset, Danville, and Lexington with mileage reimbursement; training is in Lexington.

Basic computer skills and a customer-focused attitude are essential as you assist clinicians and manage patient flow. Holders of COA/COT are preferred, but not required.