Dakota Eye Institute is a group of professionals dedicated to providing an unprecedented level of care and responsive service to our patients. We are committed to providing our staff with an excellent work environment, opportunities for self-development and growth, and recognition for hard work and commitment to Dakota Eye Institute.
We are seeking a full-time Technician to join our team in Bismarck, ND!
As a Technician, you are responsible for performing pre-screen testing to prepare our patients to be seen by the provider. You will work collaboratively with a team to support in our clinical care workflow and patient experience.
Job Responsibilities
Communication and Patient Care
Acquaints new patients with office procedures to which they will be exposed.
Informs patients of purpose of tests the technician is performing, and how the patient will be affected during the tests.
Obtains patient history to include chief complaint, history of present illness, past history (ocular and general), family history (ocular and general), and history of allergies and medications,
Performs accurate and consistent documentation and measurement tasks as ordered by the physician.
Provides fundus, exterior and anterior segment photographs, including FA’s.
A-scans (all methods) and Manual Keratometry
Assists physicians with injections, maintaining sterile technique.
Assists physician with minor surgery, maintaining practice standards of sterile technique and infection control.
Assists physician with laser procedures.
Monitors patient flow, ensuring the physician exam rooms are always full.
Other tasks specific to the physician’s needs as a result of new technologies.
Travels to satellite clinics as needed
Troubleshoots instruments as necessary.
Performs archiving functions according to manufacturer recommendations.
Performs maintenance of instrument sterility.
High school diploma or equivalent
Two years experience in a healthcare setting; ophthalmology preferred
Essential Skills & Abilities
Provides quality patient care for all patients, directly or indirectly
Knowledge of medical and ophthalmic terminology
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Empathetic personality with concern for patient’s needs
Strong organization with attention to detail
Ability to work in a team and be a positive team member
Demonstrated computer literacy
Demonstrated ability to perform comprehensive work ups on three patients per hour
Ability to walk and stand for eight hours.
Ability to type or write legibly in a dimly-lit setting
Ability to hear softly spoken words.
Ability to assist wheelchair-bound patients.
Dakota Eye Institute offers a generous benefits package, including:
401(k) Retirement with an employer contribution
Medical and Dental Insurance
Employer contribution to a Health Savings Account
Apply at www.dakotaeye.com/jobs
