Ophthalmology Technician

Geisinger; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Ophthalmic Medical Assistant to support physicians in examinations and procedures. In this role, you'll perform essential ophthalmic testing, manage patient records, and assist with minor surgeries. The ideal candidate will have strong patient care skills and a passion for contributing to a collaborative clinical environment. With a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision coverage from day one, this opportunity offers a rewarding career path in the healthcare sector. Join a team that values your contributions and supports your professional growth.

Benefits

Health Coverage

Dental Coverage

Vision Coverage

Tuition Reimbursement

Generous PTO

Flexible Savings Accounts

Retirement Plans

Wellness Programs

Family Support

Qualifications

• Assists with examinations and procedures in a clinical environment.
• Prepares cultures and pathology specimens for laboratory analysis.

Responsibilities

• Performs ophthalmic testing and assists with minor clinic surgeries.
• Records vital signs and ensures examination rooms are organized.

Skills

Ophthalmic Testing

EMR Charting

Patient Care

Scribing

Vital Signs Recording

Education

Ophthalmic Pharmacology Training

Tools

Ultrasound Equipment

Diagnostic Instruments

Job description

Ophthalmic Medical Assistant

Assists physicians with examinations, procedures, diagnostic studies, treatments, and dressings.

Compiles preliminary histories on new patients and records new problems, including all current medications, on return patients using EMR charting.

Scribes in electronic medical records as dictated by the physician.

Performs ophthalmic testing such as visual acuity, intraocular pressures, visual field testing, air tension testing, color vision, and other specialized assessments.

Administers dilating agents for ophthalmic fundus examinations upon successful completion of ophthalmic pharmacology training.

Escorts patients to waiting areas and assists with minor clinic surgeries, special procedures, and preoperative preparations.

Provides postoperative instructions when indicated and assists with laser treatments, ultrasound testing, and cryopexy surgeries.

Performs ultrasound measurements for intraocular lenses, keratometry, lensometry, and other diagnostic calculations.

Prepares cultures and pathology specimens for laboratory analysis and transports them appropriately.

Records vital signs, cleans and prepares instruments, and ensures examination rooms are clean, organized, and stocked.

Assists with emergency patient admissions and ensures proper patient transportation to hospital units.

Completes billing for appliances, dressings, medications, and procedures, and manages inventory orders for pharmaceuticals and supplies.

Work is typically performed in a clinical environment, adhering to all organizational policies and procedures. Additional competencies outlined in department-specific orientations are considered essential.

Hours: 6:30 am - 3:00 pm, 7:00 am - 3:30 pm, 7:30 am - 4:00 pm, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm, 8:30 am - 5:00 pm

At Geisinger, we value our employees and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and vision coverage from day one, flexible savings accounts, insurance options, retirement plans, generous PTO, tuition reimbursement, wellness programs, family support, and more. To learn more, visit https://jobs.geisinger.org/diversity.