Description:
ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES:
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Greets patients and visitors in a prompt, courteous and helpful manner.
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Obtains patient history and transcribes results into our EHR (electronic health record) as physician(s) orally dictate during patient exam. Transcribes results in a accurate and detailed completion.
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Records physician(s) fee tickets in EHR (electronic health record) as physician(s) orally dictate during patient exam.
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Maintains patient confidentiality.
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Escorts patients to appropriate area (i.e., reception area, dilating room, cataract testing, etc.).
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Assists physician(s) by obtaining supplies as needed during patient care.
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Assistance to Technician as needed.
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Performs visual acuity tests on patients in accordance to established guidelines.
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Controls patient flow.
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Performs autorefraction and lensometry tests as needed on patients in accordance with established guidelines.
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Performs tonometry on patients in accordance to established guidelines.
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Determines if patient needs further testing by technician. Notification by technician of name of patient that requires further testing.
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Performs visual field testing, glare testing, color vision testing, Schirmer's tear testing on patients as required. Requirement is determined by established guidelines.
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Reviews patient charts and posts tests and examination results into EHR (electronic health record) as well enter information of prior visits in EHR record.
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Clean and sterilize equipment and maintain autoclave in accordance with established guidelines and procedures.
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Demonstrates the ability to work with geriatric patients and patients of all ages.
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Stocking of supplies on an ongoing basis to keep current stock requirements.
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Cleaning of patient exam rooms in relation to testing and equipment.
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Demonstrates compliance with all provisions of safety rules and other policies and procedures.
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Check expiration of medications and supplies and follow-up as appropriate and in accordance with established guidelines and policies.
Requirements:
Regular travel to satellite locations may be required
