As an Ophthalmic Technician you will greet patients and explain what they should expect during their appointment. An Ophthalmic Technician escorts the patient to an exam room and performs diagnostic ophthalmic tests and procedures prior to physician seeing them such as visual acuity, tonometry and lensometry. Assures appropriate notes and updates patient chart/records accurately. Maintains clinic environment including sterilization cleaning.
Schedule:
- Shift: Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri: 7:15 AM – 5:00 PM | Tue: 7:15 AM – 7:00 PM (rotating later shift)
- Hours: Full-Time (35–40 hours per week)
- Travel: Must be able to travel to our Kent, Stow, and Fairlawn office locations.
- No weekends or holidays
What you will be doing
- Interacts with patients to accurately gather information and enter it into our electronic medical records system;
- Proactively engages patients in communicating what to expect with the visit and continues to communicate delays or any other changes with the patient.
- Initiates and performs documentation of the patient's chief complaint, present illness, and captures past medical history.
- Accurately records all information in EMR system according to established standards and physician requirements
- Conducts tests and measures eye muscle function, pupil size, and reactivity.
- Apply drops to anesthetize, dilate, or medicate eyes
- Assists with minor surgery procedures, intraocular injections and laser treatments, in an exam room or treatment room, including preparing patients for sterile procedures.
- Educates patients regarding the administration of medications, and pre and post operative instructions, as directed by physicians.
- Readily scribes for physician
- Secures patient information and maintains patient confidence by completing and safeguarding medical records, completing diagnostic and procedure coding, and keeping patient information confidential, following all HIPAA requirements.
- Utilizes effective problem-solving skills to respectfully and efficiently de-escalate any dissatisfied patients
- Demonstrate basic knowledge of eye anatomy, disease, symptoms & ocular medications
- Stay current with the latest technologies and medications and be able to answer general patient questions
- Assists team members and completes other special projects as requested.
What you know:
Required
- High school diploma or GED equivalent
- Valid driver's license and ability to drive a motor vehicle
- Ability to stand or sit for extended periods of time and lift up to 50lbs
Desired
- Electronic Medical Records (EMR) experience
- Knowledge of medical terminology
- Typical has 0-3 years of Experience
What you will receive
- Competitive wages
- Robust benefit package including medical, dental, life and disability (short- and long-term) insurance
- Generous paid time off (PTO) program
- Seven (7) company paid holidays
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match
- Uniform reimbursement
- An organization focused on People, Passion, Purpose and Progress
- Inspirational culture
Why join Northeast Ohio Eye Surgeons?
For over 30 years Northeast Ohio Eye Surgeons has been providing the highest quality vision and surgical care in a compassionate, caring environment. We believe sight is the most precious of all our senses, and we have made it our mission to protect and improve our patients’ eyesight by providing the best medical and surgical care possible. Our in-house staff pride themselves on delivering specialized care to help patients preserve and improve their vision. If you are a hard-working individual interested in learning more about eye care from the best in the industry then the Northeast Ohio Eye Surgeons is the place for you.
Apply and join our growing team today!
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
- Ophthalmology: 1 year (Required)
Work Location: In person
