Retina Technician in Training (21326)

Retina Technician In Training

East Portland - Portland, OR 97216

Job Description

Perform technician responsibilities with a focus on Retina Ophthalmology. Perform duties in collaboration with coworkers and the physician. Ensure effective communication with the patients, coworkers, and the physicians. Demonstrate cooperation with coworkers while striving to provide the highest level of patient care and "customer service," representing EHN in a professional manner at all times.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position does not have supervisory responsibility but will provide guidance to employees and/or assist with orientation and training of new employees of the work group.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Learn basic ocular anatomy and physiology.
• Learn abbreviations and common terminology used in a retina practice.
• Complete EHR/NexGen training.
• Shadow experienced Retina technicians for 2 weeks learning to navigate EHR, check vision, IOP's, EOM's, pupils and instill dilating drops correctly.
• Learn to do OCT's.
• Learn aseptic technique to set up for and prep patients for intraocular injections.

Necessary Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Solid computer skills with proficiency in the use of Electronic Medical Records systems; experience with NextGen preferred.
• Knowledge of ocular anatomy, physiology, pathology, and terminology.
• Knowledge of ocular diseases and systemic diseases affecting the eye.
• Knowledge of basic eye care and hygienic methods and practices involving the treatment of the eye.
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge and understanding of ophthalmic terminology.
• Ability to analyze information and use logic to resolve issues and problems.
• Ability to use good judgment and make sound decisions.
• Ability to work cooperatively and interact in a professional and respectful manner with physicians, staff, vendors, and patients at all times.
• Ability to assist all patients with dignity and respect.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to work a flexible work schedule, including evenings and weekends, and a willingness to rotate to various worksites as needed.

Physical Demands / Work Environment

• Majority of work is performed in a general medical office environment. Exposure to moderate levels of noise in a well-lit, well-ventilated, and moderately paced environment; some work is performed in dimmed lighting.
• This position requires manual/finger dexterity as necessary to perform daily job duties.
• Occasionally required to stand and/or walk for extended periods of time.
• Occasionally required to reach with hands and arms; lift, push, pull and/or carry objects up to 20 pounds.

Reasonable Accommodations

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EHN believes that each employee makes a significant contribution to our overall success. That contribution should not be limited by assigned responsibilities. This job description is designed to outline primary functions, qualifications and job scope, but is not intended to limit the employee or EHN to only those job functions identified. EHN expects each employee to offer his or her services wherever and whenever necessary to ensure superior customer service, quality patient care, and the success of our business.