Responsible for daily patient care and flow of practice activities. Position requires good understanding of ophthalmic practice and patient care. Knowledge of medical instrumentation and its proper care and usage needed. Ability to communicate with patients, co-workers and supervisors is critical.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Promptly and professionally assists the doctor in patient care.

• Performs technical workups, patient interviews and special testing.

• Communicates with patients regarding follow-up care, surgeries, procedures, changes in schedule, symptoms, surgery, scheduling, etc.

• Maintains and cleans all equipment being used. Report to supervisor if not in working condition.

• Returns phone calls to patients and pharmacies.

• Assists in minor surgery.

• Efficiently and accurately interviews patients and documents histories.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or GED.
• Previous experience or training in this or similar position.
• Successful completion of JCAHPO Certified Ophthalmic Technician requirements.
• Position requires good understanding of ophthalmic practice and patient care.
• Knowledge of medical instrumentation and its proper care and usage needed.
• Ability to assess common safety hazards and take precautions to establish a safe work environment required.
• Ability to communicate with patients, co-workers and supervisor is critical.
• Must be willing to help in all areas and understand the need for efficient use of time.