EyeCare Partners · 13 hours ago
Ophthalmic Technician
Des Peres, MO
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
1+ years expEyeCare Partners is the nation’s leading provider of clinically integrated eye care, and they are seeking an Ophthalmic Technician to assist in providing excellent patient care. The role involves facilitating patient flow, assisting doctors with preliminary testing, and ensuring effective communication with patients and staff.
Hospital & Health Care
Responsibilities
Facilitate patient flow
Assist the doctor in preliminary testing
Effectively communicate with patients, doctors, and managers
Answer inquiries through phone, email, and in-person requests
Provide exceptional customer service during every patient encounter (in person or via phone)
Display a professional attitude, greet patients promptly with a smile, and thank them when they leave
Anticipate Physician needs to facilitate the flow of the clinic
Practice urgency at all times with patient’s time, as well as doctor’s time and schedule
Comply with all company policies and procedures, including HIPAA
Verify patient’s information by interviewing patient
Record patient’s medical history and current medications and confirm purpose of visit
Record all data in the patient's Electronic Medical Record (EMR)
Check condition of patient's eyes by observing pupils, muscles, visual acuity, and extraocular movements
Required skills include: dilation, refraction, pressures, and performing a variety of diagnostic tests including visual fields, OCT, GDX, IOL master, auto refractor and topography
Demonstrates working knowledge of eye anatomy, diseases, symptoms and ocular medications
Accurately and thoroughly document medical visits and procedures as they are being performed by the Physician
Prepare patients for treatments and minor procedures; measure and record vital signs (blood pressure, pulse, and respiration rate) as required
Open and close exam rooms as needed
Keep examination, treatment, laser and any other assigned rooms cleaned and stocked with supplies, and keep drug count up to date
General office duties and cleaning to be assigned by manager
Qualification
Required
High School Diploma or GED Equivalent required
Favorable result on Background Check required
Basic computer skills
Strong customer service skills
Excitement to learn and grow
Provides excellent patient care and is energetic and empathetic with patients
Must comply with HIPAA confidentiality standards when communicating patient information
Communication skills and the ability to coordinate and cooperate with all levels of employees in a courteous, professional manner at all times
Organizational skills with focus on tracking patient care and improving patient flow
Desire to gain industry knowledge and training
Demonstrates initiative in accomplishing practice goals
Ability to grow, adapt, and accept change
Consistently creates a positive work environment by being team-oriented and patient-focused
Commitment to work over 40 hours to meet the needs of the business
Ability to work weekends when applicable
Reliable transportation that would allow employee to go to multiple work locations with minimal notice
One year of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
Preferred
Current Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) or Certified Ophthalmic Technician (COT) certification is preferred, but not required
Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook
Experience using Electronic Medical Records (EMR) systems
Computer proficiency and ability to quickly learn new applications
Benefits
Full Benefits Package - Medical, Vision, Dental and Life Insurance
401k + Employer Matching
Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays
Competitive Base Pay
Paid Maternity Leave
Eyecare Certification Reimbursement
Employee Discounts
Company
EyeCare Partners
At EyeCare Partners, we are on a mission to reinvent eye care by creating a network of optometry and ophthalmology practices that bring together a wealth of expertise, resources and knowledge.
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Mitchel Jones
Division CFO - Optometry
Nicholas Anguish
Division Chief Financial Officer - Ophthalmology
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