Ophthalmic Technician

Medical Assistant / Ophthalmic Technician (Morristown Area) - Up to 40 Hours

Retina Associates of Northwest NJ

Mon 8am -7:30pm Tues-Fri 8am - 1pm Satellites varies Wed 7:30am- 5:30pm Thurs 7:30am - 6pm

Job Title: Medical Assistant / Ophthalmic Technician

Job Overview: Retina Associates of Northwest NJ is an established busy Ophthalmology / Retina Practice in the Morristown area looking for a Medical Assistant / Ophthalmic Technician. Experience is a plus but not mandatory. We will train the right candidate in all aspects of the job. Technicians must be compassionate, detail-oriented team players with great people skills and a desire to grow in a friendly practice. As the Medical Assistant / Ophthalmic Technician your primary job function is to work with the Ophthalmologist to provide exceptional patient care by gathering all patient information necessary to complete a proper diagnosis. You will perform the initial patient examinations, Ophthalmic testing procedures as well as assist the physician as directed. Your top priority will be to ensure the patient receives the highest level of care as our main goal is to make the patient experience as exemplary as possible.

Job Responsibilities:

• Interview patients and document ocular and medical histories.
• Perform preliminary testing ie: visual acuity, administer eye drops, visual fields, color vision and tonometry.
• Perform diagnostic testing including OCT, B scans, ophthalmic fundus photos and fluorescein angiography (will train).
• Assist in minor surgery procedures & laser surgery.
• Monitor and facilitate patient flow in the clinic and in the imaging rooms, working collaboratively with other clinical staff.
• EMR scribing.
• Perform clinical and administrative duties as directed.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED required

Special Skills:

• Ability to work well with others.
• Reliable
• Excellent communication skills
• Data entry and typing skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Exceptional customer service skills

We Care: We prioritize patients, colleagues, and families with compassionate, leading care and treat all with dignity and respect.

We Collaborate: We work together with patients, seeking diverse input to share and grow innovative ideas.

We Elevate: Committed to excellence, we exceed expectations by delivering leading eye care research, innovation, education, and outreach.

Refocus is an equal opportunity employer and we value diversity.