Ophthalmic Technician III

Responsibilities

• Assists the ophthalmologist and optometrists by gathering data pertaining to the patient’s ocular health status.
• Performs 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.
• Performs 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.
• Absists with simple in-office procedures ensuring proper informed consent is obtained.
• Aids in 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.
• Able to code CPT and applicable ICD-10 codes for diagnostic testing.
• Administrative Reports inventory and supply needs to leadership timely and as needed for supply ordering.
• Assists with patient requested paperwork completed (FMLA, DMV).
• Completes electronic prescription refill related tasks including medication prior authorization process.
• Aids in triage for emergency and work-in patients.
• Understands and accepts responsibility to report potential or suspected errors to supervisor or Compliance Officer.
• Contributes to the team effort by completing additional tasks or projects as needed.
• Maintains a positive attitude consisting of cooperation, self-motivation, courtesy, and professionalism.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience as an ophthalmic assistant preferred.
• Current iJCAHPO COA certification preferred.
• Nextech/ICP experience strongly preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Able to work in a fast-paced clinical environment.

Benefits

• Competitive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k with 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.

Pay

Competitive salary based on experience.

Schedule

Varies based on department and shift requirements.