Ophthalmic Technician, Dr. Alexandra May, Brentwood- Cool Springs

Ophthalmic TechnicianWestgate I (WG) - Cool Springs - Brentwood, TN 37027OverviewJob Shift: Day Category: Health CareDescriptionSUMMARY: This position provides ophthalmology care; assists the physician on staff; assesses, plans, implements and evaluates the care rendered to patients with urgent, emergent or potential health problems.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following:Other duties may be assigned.Assists physicians and ensure maximum efficiency; perform preliminary screening for physical reviewTriage patients to ensure productive departmental flow.Record health history of patients; updated medication list; note abnormal conditions for physician;Prepare patients for exams and diagnostic testingEnsure patient chart entries are made accurately and in a timely manner; forward chart as appropriateContact pharmacy or optical companies to order or refill prescriptions as instructed by physician, document appropriatelySchedule patients for surgery and in office appointment follow up; obtain necessary precertificationSchedule patients to other specialist offices; obtain appropriate referral as neededMaintain adequate stock levels of medication samples and suppliesSet up and stock exam rooms for daily useKeep rooms and equipment clean between proceduresFollow clinic policies for infection control in handling and disposing of infectious hazardous waste materialKeep physician informed of patient's statusDemonstrate a working knowledge of auto-refractor, A-scans, IOL master, visual field, fundus photography and corneal topographyReturn phone calls from patients in a timely manner per physician instruction, document appropriatelySECONDARY RESPONSIBILITIES:Ability to calibrate and maintain all diagnostic equipmentPrepare surgery packs and surgical kits, label appropriately.Adhere to Quality Control Guidelines, including all reportsPerform other tasks as needed, in assistance of Physician ~ Must have predictable and consistent attendanceSUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIESThis job has no supervisory responsibilities.QualificationsEDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE1-3 years Ophthalmology experience preferredCERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONSCPR certification.QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLSTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with patients, medical staff, and the public.Ability to maintain quality control standards.Ability to recognize problems and recommend solutions.Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situationAbility to interpret, adapt and apply guidelines and procedures.Ability to communicate clearly.Computer knowledge essential for Electronic Medical Records SystemPhysical DemandsMust be able to stand for 8 to 10 hours a dayRequires regular walking, bending, pushing, pulling and liftingMust be able to lift at least 10-15lbsMust be able to manipulate objects—reaching, grasping, handlingMust exhibit good communication skills—understand, respond and translate into actionWork EnvironmentClinical setting; exposure to communicable diseases, medical preparations and other conditions common to a clinical environment.