Ophthalmic Technician - On Call/Call In

About the Role

Assist with the provision of patient care within established policies and procedures to serve the needs of the Kaiser Permanente Medical Care program. Provides care to a population with predictable ophthalmic needs and assists the providers in caring for more acute needs.

Responsibilities

• Screen patients for chief complaint, take accurate history of Ophthalmic illnesses/surgeries, past ocular history, family history, and current eye-related medications.
• Perform Ophthalmic testing as appropriate for the patient, including but not limited to:
  • Check/document distance and near vision.
  • Perform papillary assessment to rule out afferent defect and check pupil size (rule out pupillary asymmetry).
  • Measure corneal curvature (K readings) and perform color vision testing.
  • Perform lensometry, including reading lenses with multifocal and progressive adds, power of sphere, axis of cylinder power, and orientation of prism.
  • Perform intraocular pressure checks using Applanation tonometry and Tonopen.
  • Perform confrontation visual fields.
  • Perform cover/uncover test, alternate cover test, and quantify strabismus; document ocular motility and the presence of strabismus or nystagmus.
  • Perform Worth 4 dot test and Stereopsis test.
  • Test near point of convergence, ductions, versions, and vergences.
  • Perform Potential Acuity Meter testing and Glare testing; check/recognize narrow angle.
• Instill dilating drops (and other ophthalmic drops) per physician’s instructions.
• Take and record patient vitals when indicated in the EMR.
• Perform visual fields:
  • Calibrate automated perimeters and perform automated perimetry.
  • Maintain working knowledge of automated perimetry and perform Amsler Grid testing.
• Perform OCT and HRT; use IOL master and other A-scan programs for biometry readings.
• Assist doctors during examinations as needed.
• Prepare for, set up, and assist in minor surgery and all types of laser procedures; familiarize with preoperative and pre-laser patient education.
• Apply eye dressings and protective shields as directed by the doctor.
• Assist patients in clinic areas.
• Set up and provide physician assistance with intravitreal injections.
• Clean exam lanes and minor surgical instruments per standard guidelines; prepare instruments for sterilization.
• Responsible for room maintenance, including routine cleaning of exam lanes and daily validation of expiration dates of ophthalmic drops.
• Keep exam rooms well-stocked with appropriate instruments, patient handouts, and other required equipment.
• Maintain and triage instruments in need of repair or replacement.
• Open and close exam lanes in the AM/PM.
• Provide administrative assistance and support, including making appointments, preparing retina photography charts, and other general duties.
• Perform clerical duties to maintain departmental records and ensure all relevant sections of the EMR are completed and up to date.
• Communicate via telephone with patients, other departments, and physicians; record messages and refer to appropriate personnel.
• Answer patient service questions and report complaints or unusual symptoms to licensed personnel.
• Complete and distribute forms regarding patient examinations, treatment, and medical information.
• Prepare basic support care duties following established policies and procedures.
• Maintain adequate quantities of medical and clerical supplies; assist with pharmacy orders and relay prescriptions as directed.
• Maintain patient care areas and nurse stations in a sanitary, orderly condition.
• Prepare examining rooms for the next patient after each use and ensure sterile condition of instruments.
• Attend and participate in continuing education, in-service programs, staff, team, and other meetings as assigned.
• Complete and maintain Compliance and Safety modules and KPNW Behavior Standards.
• Adhere to Regional and Departmental policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Two (2) years of full-time employment functioning in an Ophthalmic Technician capacity under the supervision of an Ophthalmologist, and/or successful completion of a JCAHPO-accredited Ophthalmic Medical Technology program.
• Registered Medical Assistant (Washington) within 2 months of hire.
• Basic Life Support certification within 1 month of hire.
• Proven record of attention to detail and ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Broad knowledge base of ophthalmic terminology.
• Basic computer knowledge and skills; proficient and accurate keyboarding skills.
• Ability to communicate both in writing and orally in English.

Preferred Qualifications

• Three to five (3-5+) years of experience functioning in an Ophthalmic Technician capacity under the supervision of an Ophthalmologist or in a Group Ophthalmological practice/environment.
• Broad-based ophthalmic technician experience.
• Familiarity with EpicCare or electronic-based medical records systems.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suites.
• Ability to perform Goldmann visual fields.
• COA, COT, or COMT certification through JCAHPO (Joint Commission on Allied Health Professionals in Ophthalmology).

Pay

$32.18 - $38.77 / hour

Schedule

• Workdays: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday (Variable)
• Working Hours: 07:30 AM - 05:00 PM
• Job Schedule: Call-in/On-Call
• Shift: Day
• Travel: Yes, 100% of the Time
• Work Setting: Onsite (Hillsboro, OR; Clackamas, OR; Portland, OR; Vancouver, WA; Longview, WA; Salem, OR)