Ophthalmic Procedure Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Overview

The Ophthalmic Procedure Technician is responsible for assisting and supporting various functions of a clinic operation that includes prepping, logging and drawing up medications for clinic procedures, educating patients and obtaining their consents for treatment, supporting the physician during a procedure, and ensuring that relevant documentation is completed and all dispensed medication are reconciled in various systems and EHR. 

Responsibilities

• Preps, logs, and draws up medications for procedures
• Assists with all clinical procedures such as injections and lasers
• Documents all relevant procedures information into EHR per workflow
• Ensures proper sanitation, cleaning and sterilization of rooms and instruments
• Conducts diagnostic testing such as OCTs to improve clinic flow
• Assists with supplies and medication stock-up such as monitoring inventory, and counting and sorting medication for satellite locations in coordination with the Scribe and Clinic Manager (gauze, eye wash, eye drops, applicator, drapes)
• Serves as back-up Scribe to the Physician
• Provides back-up support to other technicians when assigned
• Interacts with patients, staff, and providers in a friendly and courteous manner
• Coordinates with referral and benefit teams to ensure procedures are approved per insurance
• Determines patient flow and placement in clinic lanes
• Performs various duties related to medication reconciliation such as Arbimed
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• Minimum one year back-office experience in healthcareSkills and Abilities:
• Must be computer literate
• Knowledge of HIPAA
• Attention to detail and personal organization
• Ability to work independently
• Ability to read, write, speak and comprehend written policies and documents
• Must have consistent, predictable and reliable attendance
• Commitment to AVP Core Values- Financial Strength, Exceptional Experience, Team Work, Continuous Improvement and Hard Work
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Dedication to high quality patient care and patient satisfaction
• Positive attitude and excellent telephone etiquette
• Ability to deal tactfully and effectively with patients
• Ability to travel with care team to various locations and satellites
• Must have reliable transportation