Description
The Ophthalmic Technician participates in the care of patients in a clinic setting.
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.
Special testing/imaging - Visual Fields/OCTs/Fundus Photos
Schedule:
Monday-Friday
7:30am-4:00pm
OR
8:00am-4:30pm
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
Entry Level
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
About Northeast Ohio Eye Surgeons
Midwest Vision Partners was founded in 2019 to build a premier eye care platform in partnership with Alpine Investors, a San Francisco-based private equity firm.
Alpine is a strong supporter of MVP, given their PeopleFirst™ philosophy, unparalleled track record, significant financial resources, and a commitment to building a platform that includes physician leadership at the highest levels.
Headquartered in Chicago, our mission is to provide world-class support to ophthalmologists and optometrists, enabling them to focus on improving patients’ vision to help people live their best lives.
Today, MVP’s network consists of 16 practices, 125 physicians, and roughly 1500 employees providing medical and surgical eyecare services at over 60 locations throughout the Midwest.
We strive to be the premier provider of eyecare in the Midwest through a culture of collaboration and excellence.
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