Ophthalmic Technician II (Anterior)

About the role

Advanced Ophthalmology Associates has been providing compassionate, full-service eye care in Clawson, MI since 2002. Backed by state-of-the-art technology and led by Dr. Barbara Kuczynski, the practice specializes in medical and surgical care including cataracts, glaucoma, macular degeneration, dry eye, and routine exams plus a full-service optical boutique. Ideal for candidates who value long-term patient relationships and a family-focused practice.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for assisting the ophthalmologist and optometrists by gathering data pertaining to the patient’s ocular health status.
• The ophthalmic technician is proficient in performing appropriate clinical tests, drawing on formal education and/or clinical experience that provide a solid understanding of the theory and principles of eye care.
• Clinical Reviews patient chart to ensure completeness and accuracy of information.
• Perform testing ordered by doctor and determined by the type of exam scheduled, patient complaint and/or patient history.
• Ability to act as a medical scribe while physician examines patient, entering data into electronic medical records.
• Takes an ocular and systemic history and accurately records visual acuity.
• Administers topical ophthalmic or oral medications under the direction of the physician.
• Ability to assist with simple in-office procedures ensures proper informed consent is obtained.
• Assists with patient education.
• Maintains cleanliness and orderliness of exam rooms during the workday.
• Complies with all practice procedures and protocols.
• Complies with all State and Federal regulations.
• Understands documentation requirements for quality reporting and testing frequency restrictions.
• Administrative 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.
• Complete work/school excuses and provide patients with medication instructions.
• Understand and accept responsibility for reporting 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
• Minimum 3 years’ experience as uncertified ophthalmic assistant preferred
• COA Eligibility preferred
• Nextech/ICP experience strongly preferred
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced clinical environment.

Benefits

We offer a competitive benefits package to our employees.

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