Ophthalmic Tester

Job Details

Job Location: WEST PALM BEACH, FL 33409

Mittleman Eye Center (MEC) is a comprehensive eye care practice serving the greater West Palm Beach and Jupiter communities. With over 50 years of experience in the field, we offer eye exams, consultations, optical and all general ophthalmology. We offer advanced cataract and refractive surgeries, glaucoma treatment, and retina. At Mittleman Eye, we exemplify the core values of Respect, Excellence, Consistency, Adaptability, Sustainability and Efficiency. We hold our employees to the highest standards of morals and character.

Job Description

We are looking for a responsible and detail-oriented Ophthalmic Tester to work in our clinic and support our doctors. This detail-oriented and multi-tasking person will perform pre-exam testing to include visual acuity assessment, color vision testing, lensometry, pupillary evaluation, tonometry, pupillary dilation, and all other patient services as requested by the doctors.

Duties & Responsibilities: Report to Clinical Supervisor

• Assist in various tasks such as obtaining medical histories and measuring eye pressure.
• Operate specialized equipment and educating patients on topics like proper administration of eye medications.
• Perform visual acuity assessment and color vision testing.
• Perform other pre-exam testing such as: topographical mapping, lensometry, pupillary evaluation, tonometry, pupillary dilation, OCT, IOL master and all other patient services as requested by the doctor.
• Instruct patients about medications, tests and procedures.
• Complete the number of daily tasks assigned efficiently and in a timely manner.
• Meet given expectations weekly and monthly.
• Coordinating patient scheduling.
• In the exam room, record detailed information into the electronic medical record (EMR) on a laptop or computer as necessary.
• Help with room loading and expediting as required.
• Support the administrative team with additional tasks as needed to ensure smooth daily operations.
• Inform visitors of safety rules and practice as they are ready to leave.
• Collaborate with other members of the department to ensure a smooth daily operation of the practice.
• Help with other tasks assigned by the manager.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• An associate degree with 2 years of experience in the healthcare field is acceptable.
• Graduating from a medical assistant program is preferred.
• Certification in any medical field is a plus.
• MS Office proficiency.
• Basic knowledge of medical terminology and surgical procedures is an asset!
• Proficient in the use of electronic medical records (EMR) systems and Microsoft Office Suite.

Benefits:

• Generous monthly benefit package
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Discount on eye products and services

Professional skills:

• Ability to work under pressure and in a high-speed environment.
• Good written and verbal communication.
• Detail-oriented and teamwork spirit.
• Basic understanding of medical terminology.
• Ability to multitask and well organized.
• Proficiency in using electronic medical records systems and Microsoft office.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in handling sensitive patient information.
• Effective communication and team player
• Action-oriented and problem-solving.