Ophthalmic Technician - willing to train!

Mcpeakvision; Kentucky; On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Ophthalmic Technician willing to train. This role offers a unique opportunity to grow in the ophthalmic field while providing essential support to patients and doctors. You'll assist in preliminary testing, manage patient records, and ensure a welcoming environment. With a full benefits package, including medical, dental, and optical education reimbursement, this position is perfect for those eager to learn and make a difference in patient care. Join a team dedicated to excellence and patient satisfaction, and take the next step in your career with us.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

401k with Employer Matching

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Paid Maternity Leave

Optical Education Reimbursement

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; medical background preferred.
• Excitement to learn and grow in the ophthalmic field.

Responsibilities

• Assist the doctor in preliminary testing and patient care.
• Verify medical and vision insurances for patients.
• Communicate effectively with patients and staff.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Dilation

Refraction

Ocular medications knowledge

Patient communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA)

Certified Ophthalmic Technician (COT)

Tools

Electronic Medical Record (EMR)

Diagnostic testing equipment

Job description

Ophthalmic Technician - willing to train! Job in Glasgow, KY

Ophthalmic Technician - willing to train! Job in Glasgow, KY

at McPeak Vision Partners

Title: Ophthalmic Technician
Company: McPeak Vision Partners
Location: Glasgow, KY
Travel: There may be some travel required to our office in Bowling Green; we do provide mileage reimbursement and paid travel time!

Training Provided – Medical background/experience preferred!

• Full Benefits Package - Medical, Vision, Dental and Life Insurance
• 401k + Employer Matching
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• Paid Maternity Leave
• Optical Education Reimbursement
• Competitive Base Pay
  
  

Hours:

• Full Time
• Our offices are open from Monday-Friday 7:30am-4:30pm. You may need to work a little earlier/later as needed.
  
  

Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED Equivalent
• Favorable result on Background Check
• Basic computer skills
• Excitement to learn and grow
  
  

Essential Functions:

• Assist the doctor in preliminary testing
• Verify medical and vision insurances
• Effectively communicate with patients, doctors, and managers
• Answer inquiries through phone, email, and in-person requests

AnOphthalmic Technician is a valuable asset to an Ophthalmologist as they assist in providing excellent patient care to the patients during their visit. This employee is able to handle a wide range of duties while using equipment to perform the initial testing needed to prepare a patient for an exam with an Ophthalmologist.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Display a professional attitude, greet patients promptly with a smile, and thank them when they leave
• Practice urgency at all times with patient’s time, as well as doctor’s time and schedule
• Comply with all company policies and procedures including HIPAA
• Verify patient information by interviewing patient
• Recording medical history, current medications and confirming purpose of visit
• Records all data in the patient's Electronic Medical Record (EMR)
• Checks condition of patient's eyes by observing pupils, muscles, visual acuity, and extraocular movements
• Required skills include: dilation, refraction, pressures, and performing a variety of diagnostic tests including visual fields, OCT, GDX, IOL master, auto refractor and topography
• Demonstrates working knowledge of eye anatomy, diseases, symptoms and ocular medications
• General office duties and cleaning to be assigned by manager
  
  

Other Skills and Abilities

• Reliable transportation that would allow employee to go to multiple work locations with minimal notice
• Desire to gain industry knowledge and training
• Demonstrates initiative in accomplishing practice goals
• Ability to grow, adapt, and accept change
• Consistently creating a positive work environment by being team-oriented and patient-focused
• Commitment to work over 40 hours to meet the needs of the business
• Ability to interact with all levels of employees in a courteous, professional manner at all times
  
  

Physical Demands

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel
• The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, and sit
• The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus
  
  

Education and/or Experience

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED), one-year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) or Certified Ophthalmic Technician (COT) is preferred

If you need assistance with this application, please contact [phone]. Please do not contact the office directly – only resumes submitted through this website will be considered.

EyeCare Partners is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

Current openings at McPeak Vision Partners

McPeak Vision Partners is always looking for professionals dedicated to patient care.