Ophthalmic Technician- Non Certified - Retina

Requirements

• Education: N/A
• Skills: Working knowledge of Medical Terminology
• Years of Experience: Previous Ophthalmic tech experience.
• License: N/A
• Certification: BLS/CPR
• WORKING CONDITIONS
• Personal Protective Equipment: N/A
• Physical Demands: Must be able to move about the practice/department and between workstations. Must be able to occasionally push or lift medium to heavy equipment, supplies, and patients.
• The above list of accountabilities is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by the positions; it should not be considered exhaustive.
• Equal Opportunity Employer/Drug-Free Workplace

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Additional Information

Location: Wildwood Orthopaedic & Spine Hospital Department: Ophthalmology Weekly Hours: 40 Status: Full time Shift: Days (United States of America) Job Summary: ACCOUNTABILITIES *All duties listed below are essential unless noted otherwise* Greet patients and visitors in a prompt, courteous and helpful manner. Review patient's chart prior to exam to anticipate testing, procedures, and as needed instruments, supplies or equipment. Obtain patient history, update medications and medical procedures. Perform testing prior to physician exam including but not limited to visual acuity, pupillary & muscle evaluation, IOP measurement, visual field testing, OCT, Pentacam and refractions. Administer drops and therapeutic in-office medications as instructed by physician. Instruct patients both verbally and with written instructions regarding medications and treatment. Answer patient questions and follow up with patient as needed. Follows up with pharmacies with renewals and prior authorizations as instructed by physician. Escorts patients from exam room to appropriate area (i.e.: reception area, dilating room, additional testing, or scheduling). Clean and sterilize equipment and maintain autoclave in accordance with established guidelines and procedures. Maintain and stock all exam rooms. May function at front desk, answer phones and make appointments. May function as a Medical Scribe. Must follow Medical Scribe policy SP17-14 while functioning in this role. Knowledge of ophthalmic medical terminology, basic ocular anatomy, basic ocular physiology, common visual pathologies. Ability to organize and prioritize duties, maximize clinic efficiency, and manage a busy workload in an ophthalmic office setting. Excellent interpersonal skills while working as a team member. Ability to initiate and work on a self- directed basis, with limited supervision and excellent attention to detail. Knowledge of the operations and maintenance of patient testing equipment. Flexibility when adapting to new assignments. Other duties as assigned. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS Education: High School diploma or GED Skills: Demonstrate basic computer skills. Able to promote a strong commitment towards achieving outstanding internal and external customer satisfaction and superior patient experience. Must be able to understand directions (written and verbal), communicate and respond to inquiries; requires effective interpersonal skills. Must be able to demonstrate good judgment in a fast-paced environment. Years of Experience: N/A License: N/A Certification: N/A

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