What are the responsibilities and job description for the Ophthalmic Technician position at California Retina Consultants?
Ophthalmic Clinic Technician
Responsibilities & Duties
- Welcomes and establishes rapport with patients
- Initiates patient evaluation and accurately documents the chief complaint, history of present illness, review of systems, current ocular and general medications, and all other pertinent ocular findings in accordance with compliance guidelines
- Informs and educates patients on the purpose of tests being performed and how they will be affected during those tests
- Performs pre-exam testing which includes visual acuity assessment (including pinhole), confrontational visual field testing, assess extraocular muscles, pupillary evaluation, tonometry, pupillary dilation, Optical Coherence Tomography and all other patient services as requested by the physician including special tests such as color vision screening
- Assists in the efficient movement of patients through the clinic flow
- Has working knowledge of eye terminology, anatomy, pathologies, and ocular pharmacology
- Carries out job responsibilities in an ethical, effective, and professional manner
- Thoroughly understands and follows proper triage protocol
- Performs opening and closing duties on clinic days
- Ensures daily cleaning and stocking of each exam room with necessary supplies
- Maintains a clean, safe, and orderly environment for patients, patient's family, and clinical personnel, which includes but is not limited to: maintaining supplies, equipment and forms, and notifying appropriate personnel when cleaning supplies or repair of equipment is needed
- Be a proficient user of EHR programs NexTech IntelleChartPRO and possesses a basic understanding of the practice management system (NextGen)
About the Candidate
- High school diploma, GED or equivalent (Required)
- Knowledge of basic eye care (Preferred)
- Strong attention to detail
- Effective oral and written communication
- One or more years in a customer service type role
- Able to travel for work (Required)
Who We Are
California Retina Consultants (CRC) is part of Retina Consultants of America (RCA), the largest network of leading retina specialists with the mission of saving sight and improving patient lives through innovation and the highest quality care. Through RCA's physician-centered practice management model, physicians continue to drive clinical and practice culture while benefiting from the available business expertise, resources and shared best practices.
Benefits
- Medical Insurance Plans
- Vision Insurance Plan
- Dental Insurance Plan
- 401K Contribution
- Life Insurance
- Sick, Vacation, and Holiday Pay
- Certification Opportunities
Equal Opportunity Employer
California Retina Consultants is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and an Affirmative Action Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity.
All offers are contingent upon satisfactory background check and pre-employment drug screen.
