Ophthalmic Technician

About the role

Ophthalmology Consultants is seeking an Ophthalmic Technician to support our team in Des Peres, MO and Sullivan, MO. Travel to other locations within the metro St Louis area is required.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate patient flow
• Absorb and relay patient information
• Assist the doctor in preliminary testing
• Communicate with patients, doctors, and managers
• Answer inquiries through phone, email, and in-person

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED Equivalent
• Favorable result on Background Check
• Basic computer skills
• Strong customer service skills
• Excitement to learn and grow

Qualifications

• Current Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) or Certified Ophthalmic Technician (COT) certification preferred
• One year of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Current certification in dilation, refraction, pressures, and performing a variety of diagnostic tests including visual fields, OCT, GDX, IOL master, auto refractor and topography
• Demonstrated working knowledge of eye anatomy, diseases, symptoms, and ocular medications
• Accurately and thoroughly document medical visits and procedures as they are being performed by the Physician
• Prepare patients for treatments and minor procedures; measure and record vital signs (blood pressure, pulse, and respiration rate) as required
• Open and close exam rooms as needed
• Keep examination, treatment, laser and any other assigned rooms cleaned and stocked with supplies, and keep drug count up to date
• Perform general office duties and cleaning to be assigned by manager

Skills

• Excellent customer service
• Professional attitude
• Urgency with patient and doctor time
• Compliance with company policies and procedures, including HIPAA
• Documentation of medical visits and procedures
• Preparation of patients for treatments and minor procedures
• Measurement and recording of vital signs
• General office duties and cleaning

Benefits

• Full Benefits Package - Medical, Vision, Dental and Life Insurance
• 401k + Employer Matching
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays
• Competitive Base Pay
• Paid Maternity Leave
• Eyecare Certification Reimbursement
• Employee Discounts

Pay

Competitive base pay based on experience and qualifications.

Schedule

Full Time - Our offices are open Monday-Friday 8am-5pm. You may need to work a little earlier/later as needed.