What are the responsibilities and job description for the Ophthalmic Technician position at Pediatric Eye Consultants of N Florida?
OPHTHALMIC TECHNICIAN
We are a busy Pediatric Ophthalmology practice seeking a highly motivated and dependable Ophthalmic Technician who is willing to work in a fast paced environment. We are currently staffed with one full time pediatric ophthalmologist and one full time optometrist. We serve patients age 21 and younger for comprehensive care, and adult strabismus patients of any age (one to two half days per week)
Duties include:
-must love kids!
-Must have a passion for learning!
-preliminary patient work-ups including History of Present Illness, Past Medical History, etc
-performing acuity testing, refractions, tonometry, and diagnostic testing including OCT, IOL calculations, Visual fields, fundus photos
-education on strabismus and amblyopia evaluation/management as well as slit lamp and prism training will be provided
-scribing for the doctor on occasion
-entering data into electronic health records software via iPad (EMA) and practice management system (Centricity/ Phreesia)
-initiating and obtaining prior authorizations for patient medications and imaging
-triaging patient calls
Candidate also must be willing to support front desk when necessary (answering phones, scheduling, verifying insurances, obtaining necessary referrals and prior authorizations, recalls, surgical paperwork).
Applicant must possess excellent interpersonal skills, a positive attitude, and a strong work ethic with attention to detail.
Awesome hours (7-3:30 and 7:30-4)
Candidate must also be able to multi-task efficiently, work as a team with co-workers, and be able to communicate effectively and confidently with patients. Position is for 5 days per week, Monday through Friday. Weekend and evening hours not required.
Previous pediatric ophthalmology / strabismus experience not mandatory but will be given preference. COA or COT status also not necessary. Will support candidate‘s certification if desired.
We offer a health/dental/vision insurance, and matched 401(k) plan (excellent package)
Located in the historic Riverside neighborhood of Jacksonville FL, Pediatric Eye Consultants of North Florida is a recognized leader in the continuous improvement of Ophthalmic health care.
You will contribute to the strength of our team approach to collaborative medicine, and benefit from the unparalleled level of care enacted under the clinical direction of owner/operator Dr. Dawn Duss, and Dr Mary Armanious.
Please respond with your resume, salary requirements, and references. Applicant must pass a background check.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $18.00 - $22.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Medical Specialty:
- Medical-Surgical
- Ophthalmology
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18 - $22