Ophthalmic Testing Specialist

EyeCare Associates of East Texas; Tyler (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits package

401k with employer matching

PTO and holidays

Maternity leave

Competitive base pay

Employee discounts

Eyecare certification reimbursements

Job summary

Eyecare Associates of East Texas is seeking a Pre-Test Technician to support ophthalmologists by performing initial tests and preparing patients for exams using ophthalmic equipment. You will deliver friendly, efficient service in a fast-paced clinic.

The role requires a high school diploma, willingness to learn, teamwork, and ability to handle varying schedules. Proficiency with EMR and basic office tasks is expected; benefits include full medical, vision, dental, 401k, PTO, and certification

Qualifications

• 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.
• Ability to interact with all levels of employees in a courteous, professional manner at all times.
• Ability to work overtime when the business is in need.

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional customer service during every patient encounter (in person or via phone).
• 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 EMR.
• Checks condition of patient’s eyes by observing pupils, muscles, visual acuity, and extraocular movements.
• Required skills include dilation, refraction, pressures, and performing 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 duties as assigned.

Skills

Team oriented

Patient focused

Professional interaction

Overtime availability

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or GED

One year related experience or training

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Outlook

Job description

Eyecare Associates of East Texas is seeking a Pre-Test Technician to support ophthalmologists by performing initial tests and preparing patients for exams using ophthalmic equipment. You will deliver friendly, efficient service in a fast-paced clinic.

The role requires a high school diploma, willingness to learn, teamwork, and ability to handle varying schedules. Proficiency with EMR and basic office tasks is expected; benefits include full medical, vision, dental, 401k, PTO, and certification