OPHTHALMIC TECH III

Job Description

Job Description

Overview

To work as an assistant with the Ophthalmologists/Optometrists and to provide technical services to patients. An Ophthalmic Technician III will assist with gathering patient history, updating patient medication lists, perform diagnostic imaging, assist with in-office procedures (e.g., injections and lasers), provide patient education support, and processing of ophthalmic instruments.

Position Reports To:  Practice Manager III

Responsibilities

1. Follow standard work to obtain patient medical history and confirm purpose of visit.

2. Perform basic vision tests according to standard work-up by exam type.

3. Understand and manage patient workflow for maximum efficiency.

4. Instill topical ophthalmic ointment/drops under the direction of the physician.

5. Obtain vital signs according to protocol.

6. Clean and setup rooms between patients; restock room supplies and medications as needed.

7. Calibrate, maintain, and clean instruments and equipment per protocol.

8. Advanced knowledge and ability to perform basic clinical eye testing:

   • Tonometry - GAT, iCARE, Tonopen

   • Color Vision testing

   • Stereo Vision testing

   • Refraction

   • Pachymetry

9. Advanced knowledge of and ability to perform at minimum six of the below diagnostic eye tests, including but not limited to:

   • Optical Coherence Tomography – MAC

   • Optical Coherence Tomography – NERVE

   • Optical Coherence Tomography - AF

   • IOL Master Biometry

   • Topography

   • Autorefraction

   • Auto-Lensometry

   • Optos

   • Chronos

   • Pentacam

     • AND knowledge of and ability to perform at least one of the following:
   • Visual Field testing
   • Immersion
   • Fluorescein Angiography testing

      

10. Assists with in-office procedures including injections and lasers, including set up and clean up according to protocol.

     

11. Educates patient per physician and/or department protocol.

12. Manages Epic in-basket, prescription refill requests and other practice management duties in a timely manner.

13. Maintain working knowledge of Ophthalmic procedural/diagnostic coding.

14. Maintain working knowledge of Ophthalmic anatomy and physiology, pharmacology, ocular mobility, clinical optics and contact lenses.

15. Travel to outreach areas with provider, time and mileage reimbursed.

16. Maintain Basic Life Support (CPR), MA-R, and Surg Tech certification/licensures.

17. Performs other duties as assigned.

Demonstrate standards of behavior and adhere to the Code of Conduct in all aspects of job performance at all times.

Qualifications

Required:

• JCAHPO certification as a Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) or a Certified Ophthalmic Technician (COT).

• Medical Assistant Registered licensure with Washington State Department of Health (apply upon hire, paid by department).
• Surgical Technologist licensure with Washington State Department of Health (apply upon hire, paid by department).
• Basic Life Support (CPR) certification (within 90 days of hire).
• Demonstrated ability to perform the essential skills and diagnostic eye tests listed under job function.
• Advanced knowledge of medical terminology.
• Manual dexterity.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Demonstrated ability to focus amidst ongoing distractions and interruptions.
• Demonstrated ability to relate effectively to patients and the general public.
• Telephone etiquette.
• Skills in organization, time management, and problem-solving.
• Demonstrated ability to work under pressure.
• Attentive to detail and numerical accuracy.
• Specific vision abilities, including close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Desired:

• Coursework in medical terminology, ophthalmic pharmacology, microbiology, and ophthalmic anatomy and physiology.
• Experience with computerized scheduling.
• Imaging or ultrasound experience.
• Previous experience with instructing patients with the insertion and removal techniques and care of contact lenses.
• Ability to perform Retinoscopy.