What are the responsibilities and job description for the Opthalmic Technician position at Nitro Eye Care?
We are looking for ophthalmic technicians for the Nitro WV location.
The essential functions for the position include:
- Explain visual imaging procedures to patient and their families
- Perform visual imaging and diagnostic testing, including but not limited to Visual Field Testing, Keratometry, Fundus Photography, Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT), Manual and Automated Lensometry, Angiography, and other advanced testing
- Document the results of imaging procedures in the EHR system for provider review
- Manage visual imaging resource schedules in the EHR system, which includes scheduling patients for visual imaging study appointments
- Index lab reports, procedure and office notes, and outside documentation pertinent to patient care from the document management system to the EHR system
- Perform clinical room turnover/set-up and equipment sterilization
- Predictable, reliable and prompt attendance
Core Competencies
Clinical Knowledge – Possesses the appropriate clinical knowledge to provide safe and high-quality care to patients within the applicable scope of practice. This includes accurately recording and communicating patient information to all relevant members of the clinical team.
Patient Focus – Making patients and their needs a primary focus of one’s actions; developing and sustaining productive patient relationships.
Building Patient Loyalty – Effectively meeting patient needs; building productive patient relationships; taking responsibility for patient satisfaction and loyalty.
Attention to Detail – Accomplishing tasks by considering all areas involved, no matter how small; showing concern for all aspects of the job; accurately checking processes and tasks; being watchful over a period of time.
Job Type: Full-time
Medical Specialty:
- Ophthalmology
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person