What are the responsibilities and job description for the Ophthalmic Technician position at Williamson Eye Center?
Overview: OPHTHALMOLOGY PRACTICE seeks a qualified full-time ophthalmic technician for our Denham Springs location. Technicians are required to travel.
Qualifications:
High school diploma or GED required
Demonstrated advanced comprehension of the ophthalmic assistant skills as outlined by the Joint Commission on Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology (JCAHPO)
Strong communication and interpersonal skills (written and verbal)
Empathetic personality with concern for patients needs
Strong organization with attention to detail
Ability to work independently and together as a team member
Demonstrated comprehension of the principles of optics, refraction, and contact lenses
Demonstrated computer literacy
RESPONSIBILITIES: Demonstrate the ability to perform and complete the following skills pertaining to this position. These skills include, but are not limited to:
Communication and Patient Care:
- Escorts all patients from the waiting room for data collection
- Informs patients of the purpose of all tests personally performed and how the patient will be affected during the tests
- Obtains patient physical history, to include chief complaint; reason for visit; pertinent signs and symptoms; current medication allergies; past ocular and general medical history both ocular and general; family history both ocular and general; social history; and review of medications and allergies.
- Performs accurate and consistent documentation
- Informs patients as to who will see them following testing and ensures patients are comfortable during wait time
Triage
- Determines which patient should be taken next from the waiting room to have testing initiated
- Maintains a smooth flow of patients to the physician, altering the test sequence as needed
- Provides phone support regarding ocular emergencies, prescription refills, and patient care questions
- Communications with front desk to facilitate proper patient flow
Administrative
- Seeks advice from senior staff as necessary, never performing beyond capabilities, but always working towards increasing capabilities
- Maintains cleanliness in exam and procedure rooms
- Maintains backup levels of stock in exam and procedure rooms
- Communicates with management concerning all equipment and supply needs.
- Performs other duties as required
- Adhere to and uphold compliance of all internal practice policies and procedures as required by Williamson Eye Center.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $16.50 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Ability to Commute:
- Denham Springs, LA 70726 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $17