Ophthalmic Technician I (exp)

About the role

At Retina Institute of Illinois, we believe in providing compassionate and conscientious retinal care to our patients, with the goal of improving eyesight and preventing loss of vision. Established over 15 years ago, the Retina Institute of Illinois has been providing outstanding retinal care to the Chicago-land area and surrounding suburbs.

Responsibilities

• Assist the ophthalmologist and optometrists by gathering data pertaining to the patient’s ocular health status.
• Perform appropriate clinical tests based on formal education and/or clinical experience, demonstrating understanding of eye care theory and principles.
• Review patient chart to ensure completeness and accuracy of information.
• Perform testing ordered by doctor, determined by type of exam scheduled, patient complaint, and/or patient history.
• Act as a medical scribe while physician examines patient, entering data into electronic medical records.
• Take an ocular and systemic history and accurately record visual acuity.
• Administer topical ophthalmic or oral medications under the direction of the physician.
• Assist with simple in-office procedures, ensuring proper informed consent is obtained.
• Assist with patient education.
• Maintain cleanliness and orderliness of exam rooms during the workday.
• Comply with all practice procedures and protocols.
• Comply with all State and Federal regulations.
• Report inventory and supply needs to leadership timely and as needed for supply ordering.
• Participate in daily team huddles and regularly scheduled meetings as planned and required.
• Understand and accept responsibility to report potential or suspected errors to supervisor or Compliance Officer.
• Contribute to the team effort by completing additional tasks or projects as needed.
• Maintain positive attitude consisting of cooperation, self-motivation, courtesy, and professionalism.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent years of related experience (preferred).
• Nextech/ICP experience (strongly preferred).
• Ophthalmic and/or optometric technician experience (preferred).

Skills

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced clinical environment.

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401(k) with Match
• HSA/FSA
• Telemedicine
• Generous PTO Package
• Employee Discounts and Perks (FREE)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Group Life/AD&D
• Short Term Disability Insurance
• Long Term Disability Insurance

Pay

$20.00-$22.62/hr