Ophthalmic Technician
Company: Eye Care Partners
Location: Birmingham
Posted on: October 23, 2024
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Job Description:
Job Title: Ophthalmic Technician Company: Alabama Vision Centers
Location: Birmingham, AL Perks: Full Benefits Package - Medical,
Vision, Dental and Life Insurance 401k + Employer Matching Paid
Time Off and Paid Holidays Paid Maternity Leave Eyecare
Education/Certification Reimbursement Competitive Base Pay Hours:
Full Time Our offices are open Monday-Friday 7:15am-5:15pm You may
need to work a little earlier/later as needed. Requirements: High
School Diploma or GED Equivalent Favorable result on Background
Check Basic computer skills Strong customer service skills
Excitement to learn and grow Essential Functions: Facilitate
patient flow Assist the doctor in preliminary testing Verify
medical and vision insurances Effectively communicate with
patients, doctors, and managers Answer inquiries through phone,
email, and in-person requests FORMAL JOB DESCRIPTION: An Ophthalmic
Technician is a valuable asset to an Ophthalmologist as they assist
in providing excellent patient care to the patients during their
visit. This employee is able to handle a wide range of duties while
using equipment to perform the initial testing needed to prepare a
patient for an exam with an Ophthalmologist. Essential Duties and
Responsibilities Provide exceptional customer service during every
patient encounter (in person or via phone) Display a professional
attitude, greet patients promptly with a smile, and thank them when
they leave Practice urgency at all times with patient's time, as
well as doctor's time and schedule Comply with all company policies
and procedures including HIPAA Verify patient information by
interviewing patient Recording medical history, current medications
and confirming purpose of visit Records all data in the patient's
Electronic Medical Record (EMR) Checks condition of patient's eyes
by observing pupils, muscles, visual acuity, and extraocular
movements Required skills include: dilation, refraction, pressures,
and performing a variety of diagnostic tests including visual
fields, OCT, GDX, IOL master, auto refractor and topography
Demonstrates working knowledge of eye anatomy, diseases, symptoms
and ocular medications General office duties and cleaning to be
assigned by manager Other Skills and Abilities Reliable
transportation that would allow employee to go to multiple work
locations with minimal notice Ability to work weekends when
applicable Desire to gain industry knowledge and training
Demonstrates initiative in accomplishing practice goals Ability to
grow, adapt, and accept change Consistently creating a positive
work environment by being team-oriented and patient-focused Ability
to interact with all levels of employees in a courteous,
professional manner at all times Commitment to work over 40 hours
to meet the needs of the business Physical Demands While performing
the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use
hands to finger, handle, or feel The employee is frequently
required to stand, walk, and sit The employee must frequently lift
and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to
25 pounds Specific vision abilities required by this job include
close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception,
and ability to adjust focus Education and/or Experience
Requirements High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
required One-year related experience and/or training; or equivalent
combination of education and experience Certified Ophthalmic
Assistant (COA) or Certified Ophthalmic Technician (COT) is
preferred Favorable result on background check required Must be
able to provide proof of identity and right to work in the United
States If you need assistance with this application, please contact
[phone removed]. Please do not contact the office directly - only
resumes submitted through this website will be considered. EyeCare
Partners is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All
applicants will be considered for employment without attention to
race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity,
national origin, veteran or disability status. Employment Type:
Full Time
Keywords: Eye Care Partners, Huntsville , Ophthalmic Technician, Professions , Birmingham, Alabama
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