Ophthalmic Technician

• Prepares exam rooms with necessary instruments and supplies; ensures cleanliness of room and equipment including dusting and cleaning of the split-lamps.
• Greets patients and assists them to exam room.
• Prepares patients for examination and treatment. Takes patient histories and vital signs, measures visual acuity and intraocular pressures, etc.
• Assists with completion of forms for patients as needed.
• Provides patient with surgery information, completes surgery paperwork and other tests or treatment as needed.
• Prepares and maintains supplies and equipment for treatments, including sterilization.
• Reviews doctor’s schedules daily. Anticipates needs for each day.
• Reports inventory of clinical supplies to the technician in charge of ordering supplies and/or Practice Administrator.
• Assures patient files are maintained correctly; records information in charts appropriately.
• Screens telephone calls for doctor. Handles messages left at front desk area. Assists receptionist as needed.
• Conducts/participates in office safety programs and training. Complies with OSHA and other safety standards
• Performs other selected clinical, administrative or other duties/functions as directed by physician and/or Practice Administrator.
• Administer topical medications or diagnostic drugs as required by the provider for testing or treatment.
• Prepare and position patient for diagnostic tests and procedures.
• Assist the physician with patient education pertaining to the treatment prescribed.
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Record patient charges for billing department.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $15.00 - $24.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan

Work Location: In person