Medical Assistant - No weekends, full benefits!

EyeCare Partners is the nation’s leading provider of clinically integrated eye care. Our national network of over 300 ophthalmologists and 700 optometrists provides a lifetime of care to our patients with a mission to enhance vision, advance eye care and improve lives.

About the role

Ophthalmic Photographer / Technicians use ophthalmic techniques to perform examination and work up of patients in a clinic setting and also directly provides Physician(s) with a physical, tangible product: a photograph of the highest quality possible which best documents and illustrates the patient’s pathology/anomaly. This position is based in Richmond, VA and requires travel to satellite offices. We pay mileage and time worked for travel.

Responsibilities

• Color stereo Retinal Fundus photography and Serial Stereo Retinal Intravenous Fluorescein Angiography skills, including IV start up and dye administration.
• External ocular photography and performs OCT on patients with speed and accuracy; may assist Physician(s) with treatments when needed.
• Skilled in ophthalmic terminology, ability to type words accurately with speed and knowledge of Electronic Medical Records (EMR) system; may be required to Scribe for Physicians if needed.
• Reviews patient’s past and current medical and ophthalmic history including information regarding medications, allergies and family history of eye problems.
• Identifies any potential patient concerns and brings these issues to the attention of the Office Coordinator or Physician as appropriate.
• Measures and records both distance and near visual acuity and pinhole acuity; performs preliminary refraction using objective equipment.
• Measures intraocular pressures by applanation tonometry, pneumatonometry and/or use of tonopen and checks pupillary response to light and pupillary defects.
• Performs basic visual field testing and patient education as directed by Physician.
• Prepares patients for treatments and minor procedures; measures and records vital signs (blood pressure, pulse, and respiration rate) as required.
• Instills eye drops as directed by the Physician and assists in the application of dressings, shields and eye patches.
• Keeps examination, treatment, laser and any other assigned rooms cleaned and stocked with supplies, medication logs and inventories up to date.
• Becomes certified for photography services required for study participation.
• Handles all equipment related to job properly and assists with equipment maintenance and repairs when necessary.
• Obtains certification as Certified Retinal Angiographer (CRA) (highly encouraged).
• Uses proficient keyboarding skills, Electronic Medical Record (EMR), and image management system.
• Utilizes electronic mail and other instant messaging systems.
• May consent patient for treatment and procedures.
• Provides consistent, excellent customer service.
• Assists with patient transfers as necessary.
• Travels to other locations as assigned.

Requirements

• Favorable result on background check required.
• Must be able to provide proof of identity and right to work in the United States.
• Strong attention to detail with superior photography skills.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills to work effectively with others (teamwork) and provide superior customer service to patients.
• Become certified for photography services required for study participation.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent required.
• Current Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) or Certified Ophthalmic Technician (COT) certification or a related area of study preferred.

Skills

• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook.

Benefits

• Full Benefits Package - Medical, Vision, Dental and Life Insurance.
• 401k + Employer Matching.
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays.
• Paid Maternity Leave.
• Optical Education Reimbursement.

Pay

$18-21 per hour, depending on experience.