Ophthalmic Technician

EyeCare Partners is the nations leading provider of clinically integrated eye care. Our national network of over 300 ophthalmologists and 700 optometrists provides a lifetime of care to our patients with a mission to enhance vision advance eye care and improve lives. Based in St. Louis Missouri over 650 ECP-affiliated practice locations provide care in 18 states and 80 markets providing services that span the eye care continuum. For more information .

**This is a full-time long-term position. Unfortunately we cannot accommodate students looking for only a summer job or that would need to work part-time during the school year.**

Job Title:Ophthalmic Technician / Scribe
Company: Vitreous Retina Macula Specialists of New Jersey
Location: Somerset NJ
Travel: Travel to our other office in Millburn NJ is required as needed. We do pay mileage reimbursement!

Perks

• Full Benefits Package - Medical Vision Dental and Life Insurance
• 401k Employer Matching
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays
• Paid Maternity Leave
• Eyecare Certification Reimbursement
• Competitive Base Pay
• Employee Discounts
  
  

Hours:

• Full Time
• Our offices are open Monday-Friday 7:45am-7pm Saturday 7:45am-1pm
  • You shifts will fall within these hours
  • You may need to work a little earlier/later as needed
  • You must have open availability to work any shift

Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• Minimum of one year of experience working as an Ophthalmology Technician in general ophthalmology and/or retina is required
• Favorable result on Background Check
• Basic computer skills
• Strong customer service skills
• Excitement to learn and grow
  
  

SUMMARY

An Ophthalmic Technician/Scribeis a valuable asset to an Ophthalmologist as they assist in providing excellent patient care to the patients during their visit. This employee will use ophthalmic techniques to perform preliminary work-up of patients in a clinic setting scribe for Physicians and may also directly assist Physician(s) with examinations and treatment of patients.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• 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 patients time as well as the Doctors time and schedule
• Comply with all company policies and procedures including HIPAA
• Verify patients information by interviewing patient
• Record patients medical history and current medications and confirm purpose of visit
• Record all data in the patients Electronic Medical Record (EMR)
• Check condition of patients 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
• Demonstrates basic understanding of examination and procedure codes (ICD-9 codes) when inputting into the EMR system
• Ensure that accurate procedure coding/charges for all procedures/drugs for all patients and correct diagnosis codes are used
• 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
  
  

QUALIFICATIONS

• 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
• Ability to interact with all levels of employees in a courteous professional manner at all times
• 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
  
  

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required
• One year of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Minimum of one year of experience working as an Ophthalmology Technician in general ophthalmology and/or retina is required
  
  

LICENSES AND CREDENTIALS

• Current Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) or Certified Ophthalmic Technician (COT) certification is preferred but not required
• Ophthalmic Scribe Certification (OSC) certification is preferred but not required
• Phlebotomy license is preferred but not required
  
  

SYSTEMS AND TECHNOLOGY

• Requires proficient keyboarding skills use of Electronic Medical Record (EMR) and image management system
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel Word PowerPoint Outlook
• Computer proficiency and ability to quickly learn new applications
  
  

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• This role requires a variety of physical activities to effectively perform essential job functions. The position involves frequent walking (75%) sitting (50%) and standing (50%) with regular bending stooping and reaching (2550%). Employees must be able to lift carry push and pull items up to 25 lbs. Strong fine motor skills and full use of hands are essential as the role demands constant grasping writing/typing and use of technology. Visual and auditory acuity - including color depth peripheral vision and the ability to adjust focus - is required 100% of the time. Occasional driving or climbing may also be necessary.
  
  

If you need assistance with this application please contact . Please do not contact the office directly only resumes submitted through this website will be considered.

EyeCare Partners is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin veteran or disability status.

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Employment Type : Full Time
Experience: years
Vacancy: 1