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Bozeman Health · 1 month ago

Ophthalmic Tech- Wellness Way (PT- Casual Call, Day Shift)

Bozeman, MT

Part-time

Onsite

Entry Level

1+ years exp

Bozeman Health is seeking an Ophthalmic Technician to work alongside an Ophthalmologist in performing eye exams and administering treatments. The role involves data collection, patient scheduling, and assisting with in-office procedures to ensure proper medical diagnosis and patient care.

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Responsibilities

Answer and return phone calls from current patients, potential patients, or outside providers specific to the ophthalmology department

Receive and send confidential patient information, including medical records and insurance approvals

Proficient use of the electronic medical record system for patient encounter documentation

Room patients and initiate patient eye exams, including medical history documentation and vision screening. Prepare patients for exams with ophthalmologist

During patient visits, ensure up-to-date patient medical records, including past medical history, relevant family history, allergies, social history, current patient medications

Refract patients in need of updated glasses prescriptions; over-refractions for patients currently in contact lenses

Perform diagnostic testing and imaging, including visual field testing, OCT imaging, automated refractions, corneal topography, biometry, and retinal photography within the scope of certification and as assigned by Ophthalmologist

Prepare and assist Ophthalmologist with in-office procedures, including intravitreal injections, eyelid biopsies, eyelid lesion excisions, and foreign body removal within the scope of certification and as assigned by Ophthalmologist

Assist in scheduling patients for outpatient surgery

Qualification

Certified Ophthalmic AssistantBLS CertificationCertified Ophthalmic TechnicianPatient Care ExperienceElectronic Medical RecordsSound JudgmentCommunication SkillsOrganizational Skills