Ophthalmic Technician - Willing to Train!

About the role

An Ophthalmic 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 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 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

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED Equivalent
• Favorable result on Background Check
• Basic computer skills
• Strong customer service skills
• Excitement to learn and grow
• Essential Functions:
• Facilitate patient flow
• 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
• Desire to gain industry knowledge and training
• Demonstrates initiative in accomplishing practice goals
• Ability to grow, adapt, and accept change
• Consistently creates 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
• Commitment to work over 40 hours to meet the needs of the business
• Reliable transportation that would allow employee to go to multiple work locations with minimal notice
• EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE
• Minimum Required: High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required
• Minimum Required: One year of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• LICENSES AND CREDENTIALS
• Current Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) or Certified Ophthalmic Technician (COT) certification is preferred, but not required
• SYSTEMS A ND TECHNOLOGY
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook
• PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
• If you need assistance with this application, please contact (636) 227-2600. 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.

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Additional Information

**This is a full-time, long-term position. Unfortunately, we cannot accommodate students looking for only a summer job or that would need to work part-time during the school year.** Job Title: Ophthalmic Technician Company: Retina Vitreous Associates Location: Columbus, OH 43213 Travel: Travel to our other office in Mansfield will be required; we do pay mileage reimbursement! Training Provided - No medical/eyecare experience required!

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