Ophthalmic Technician

Full Time
Philadelphia, PA 19116
Posted
Job description

We are an established multi-specialty Ophthalmology group looking for an experienced ophthalmic technician. Technicians must be compassionate, detail-oriented team players with great people skills and a desire to grow in a friendly practice. As the Ophthalmic Technician your primary job function is to work with the ophthalmologist to provide exceptional patient care by gathering all patient information necessary to complete a proper diagnosis. You will perform the initial patient examinations, ophthalmic testing procedures as well as assist the physician as directed. Your top priority will be to ensure the patient receives the highest level of care as our main goal is to make the patient experience as exemplary as possible.

Job Responsibilities:

· Interview patients and document ocular and medical histories

· Perform preliminary testing ie: visual acuity, pupillary responses, confrontation visual fields, motility, stereopsis, color vision, angle assessment, refractometry and applanation tonometry, automated keratometry and lensometry.

· Perform diagnostic testing including automated perimetry, OCT, IOL Master, A-scan and ophthalmic photography, corneal topography, Pentacam.

· Assist in minor surgery procedures, laser surgery and crosslinking.

· Monitor and facilitate patient flow in the clinic and in the imaging rooms, working collaboratively with other clinical staff.

· Administer eye drops as required by the physician. (Certification Required)

· EMR scribing and electronic medication refills.

· Perform clinical and administrative duties as directed

· Provide support to triage department as needed.

· Provide support to surgical coordination department as needed.

Schedule:

M-F 8:00am-5:00pm

1 Evening/week

1 Saturday/month

Minimum Qualifications:
High School Diploma or equivalent required.

Preferred Qualifications:
Certified Ophthalmic Assistant/Technician/Scribe Certification

Special Skills:

  • Ability to work well with others
  • Reliable, punctual and dependable.
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Data entry and typing skills
  • Ability to work in a fast paced environment
  • Exceptional customer service skills
  • Proven experience as an Ophthalmic Technician
  • Knowledge of medical office procedures.

*****Please note: We are willing to train the RIGHT candidate******

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Referral program
  • Vision insurance

Medical specialties:

  • Ophthalmology

Schedule:

  • 8 hour shift
  • Monday to Friday

Experience:

  • Ophthalmic Technician: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: One location

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