Special Testing Technician

Horizon Eye Care; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Horizon Eye Care is seeking a skilled Ophthalmic Assistant to support ophthalmologists with advanced testing, imaging, and EHR documentation. You will perform perimetry, OCT, fundus photography, angiography, and biometry while ensuring accurate data entry and patient care across a branch office and the Cotswold location.

Responsibilities include instrument calibration, room maintenance, venipuncture for dyes, and coordination with the imaging software.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Certified Ophthalmic Assistant certification preferred.
• Associate’s degree or equivalent is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist ophthalmologists with Humphrey automated perimetry and imaging.
• Perform and publish imaging and tests in the EHR as per physician orders.
• Maintain testing rooms and calibrate equipment.
• Venipuncture for Fluorescein and ICG Angiography.
• Stock rooms and manage supplies; clean and close testing areas.

Skills

NextGen EHR/EPM proficiency

Eye anatomy knowledge

Patient communication

Testing procedures

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate’s degree or equivalent

Certified Ophthalmic Assistant

Tools

Axis image management software

Holladay IOL Consultant

NextGen EHR

IOL Master

Immersion A-scan biometry

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY:Assists Ophthalmologists and Optomietrists by performing various tests including Humphrey automated perimetry and diagnostic imaging. Performs basic device maintenance and room stocking as well as completes all necessary electronic health record forms and other duties.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Fluent use of NextGen EHR and EPM as it pertains to Special Testing, including finding testing orders, opening templates for testing and entering notes, verifying and modifying patient information, entering in patient charges, pulling up testing schedules, and accessing any information pertinent to patient visits.Verifies all patient information and performs test according to the physician’s request following HEC protocol.Performs and publishes Humphrey visual fields; Optic nerve, Macula and Anterior chamber OCTs; Fundus photography, including optic nerve photos; Fluorescein and ICG Angiography on both Optos and Zeiss fundus cameras; Corneal Topography; IOL Master and immersion A-scan biometry; Slit lamp photography; Endothelial cell count measurements and external photography to our image management software. Ensures correct exams were published and viewable in exam rooms.Performs venipuncture for Fluorescein and ICG Angiography.Creates, edits, deletes, modifies, prints patient data in Axis, our image management software as needed.Completes IOL calculations in Holladay IOL Consultant software.Perform all testing related duties by themselves at a branch office and also be able stay 1st late at the Cotswold office. Responsible for cleaning and closing all testing rooms, archiving all devices and downloading external photos.Performs routine maintenance and calibration of all testing equipment as well as minor repairs and co-ordinates with manager if needed.Develops positive and effective relationships with patients and coworkers.Performs administrative tasks which include responding to inquiries in messaging and voice mail systems. Answers phone, takes messages and relays to appropriate individuals.Performs stocking and maintenance functions. Maintains physical environment of testing rooms. Cleans and stocks rooms daily and maintains appropriate supply per par levels. Assists with ordering medical/office supplies.Some travel to other locations should be expected.Minimum Qualifications:High school diploma or equivalent.Advanced knowledge of eye anatomy as it pertains to testing.Certified Ophthalmic Assistant.Preferred Qualifications:Certified Ophthalmic Technician preferred.Associate’s degree or equivalent from two-year college or technical school preferred.Previous testing related experience preferred.