Ophthalmic Technician

Position Summary Thispositionworkswiththeophthalmologisttoprovidepatientcarebyperformingophthalmictesting,accuratehistory taking and documentation, assisting withmedical treatments and procedures, and other clinical activities as requested. Provides education to the patient in a safe, caring manner.Accurately documents clinical data into the electronic medical record.

*RETINA EXPERIENCE A PLUS

Primary Responsibilities Prepares patient for the ophthalmic exam by the Ophthalmologist Performs anterior and posterior segment initial diagnostic testing, including but not limited to: automated refraction,a-scanultrasonography,cornealtopography,opticalcoherencetomography,pachymetry,refractionand visual field testing. Obtainsandmaintainsanupdatedpatientmedical,socialandfamilyhistory Accuratelydocumentspatient’schiefcomplaint,historyorpresentillnessandallrequiredexamelements Provides patient education as directed by physician’s care plan for the patient. Counsels patients by transmitting physician'sorders,useofdrops,contactlenses,drugs,andanswersquestionsaboutsurgeryandspecialtyimaging required/ordered. Assistswithofficeproceduresincludingbutnotlimitedto:laserprocedures,intravitrealinjections,minor procedures, and slit lamp procedures Coordinatesschedulingandpreparesrequireddocumentsforpatientprocedures AccuratelyrecordsallinformationinEMRsystemaccordingtoestablishedstandardsandrequirements Securespatientinformationandmaintainspatientconfidencebycompletingandsafeguardingmedical records, completing diagnostics, and keeping patient information confidential. Maintainsasafe,secure,andhealthyworkenvironmentbyfollowingestablishedEMGpoliciesandprocedures Keepsequipmentoperatingbyfollowingoperatinginstructions,maintainingsupplies,andpromptlyreporting equipment issues. Maintainsstockinexamroominaccordancewithstandardinventoryandphysicianpreferences. Assistswithminorprocedureswhichmayincludemaintainingsterilefield. Demonstrates a strong commitment to EMG’s Core Values: maintaining an OptimisticStance , EmbracingChange , engaging in Real Talk , DoingtheRightThing , being Authentic , balancing Head and Heart , and Stewardship . Work Environment Daily operation of exam room equipment: hand-held instruments, muscle light, retinoscope, direct ophthalmoscope, biomicroscope (slit lamp), Goldmann tonometer, iCare, tonopen, phoropter and EDTRS screen Daily operation of various diagnostic equipment: manual and automated lensometer, auto-refractor, ocular coherence tomography, corneal topography, A-scan ultrasonography, corneal pachymetry and non-mydriatic retinal imaging Ability to assist patients, as necessary, into exam chairs for diagnostic testing and treatment Ability to maintain confidentiality in the performance of duties Ability to complete work in a timely, accurate and thorough manner Ability to work collaboratively with members of the EMG team and support a positive EMG Culture Qualifications High School diploma required – undergraduate degree preferred Current BLScertification,orcompletionofcertificationcoursewithin6 monthsofdateofhire JCAHPO certification preferred, or completion of the Ophthalmic Medical Assisting home study course and exam within 6 months of date of hire Professional Development Keeps abreast of advances on ophthalmic care within subspecialty Participates in continuing education programs for professional development and meeting requirements for recertification Pursues OSC, COA, COT or COMT JCAHPO certification after OA is obtained May Pursue EMGASC surgical assisting program in order to assist in surgery in the EMGASC Participates in all required staff meetings and keeps abreast of all updated EMG policies #J-18808-Ljbffr Eyecare Medical Group