What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lead Ophthalmic Technician position at Koch Eye Associates?
Description
Required Skills/Abilities:
Salary Description
$24 - $26
- Leads and Instructs ophthalmic techs and students in the performance of new examinations and/or special procedures.
- Instructs medical students and residents in the technical aspects of ophthalmic testing.
- Performs and records results of specialized ophthalmic examination procedures on patients.
- Performs the quality control studies and supervises the calibration, maintenance, and repair of ophthalmic equipment and instruments.
- Responsible for completing all duties as requested by supervisors and meeting daily deadlines
- Works proactively to sustain and improve overall success of the clinical operations
- Prepares daily tech schedule
- Approves payroll for ophthalmic technicians
- Responsible for ordering medical supplies and maintaining par levels for inventory
- Performs other duties as assigned
- Travel to our various locations as needed for various needs and coverage
Required Skills/Abilities:
- Knowledge of performance evaluation and customer service metrics
- Solid understanding of reporting and budgeting procedures
- Proficient in MS Office and call center equipment/software programs
- Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills
- Excellent organizational and leadership skills with a problem-solving ability
- Reliable and results-driven
- Positive and patient
- Must possess the physical, mental, and cognitive skills needed to complete essential tasks, including abilities such as learning, remembering, focusing, categorizing, and integrating information for comprehension, problem-solving, and timely decision-making.
- Willing and able to travel to other offices for business needs.
- High school diploma or equivalent; Higher degree in a relevant discipline will be appreciated
- Minimum one year of ophthalmic technician experience
- Has previous lead or supervisory experience
- Experience in customer service is required
- Excellent leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills.
- Sitting, Standing, Bending, Reaching, Stooping, Walking and Lifting
- Ability to see, hear, and speak with sufficient capability to perform assigned tasks
- Driving independently to other facilities
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance begins first day of the month following date of hire
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Paid long-term disability (LTD)
- Paid LIFE and AD&D insurance
- Paid Time Off (PTO) and holidays
- 401k Plan
- Competitive Salary
- Career growth and leadership development
Salary Description
$24 - $26
Salary : $24 - $26
