Ophthalmic Tech

Ophthalmic Assistant/Technician

Are you looking to make a difference by improving the health of our patients? Here you will find an innovative culture that is patient-focused and dedicated to making a difference. We are committed to helping the population we serve, and our communities, achieve optimum health and enjoy the best quality of life possible.

Under close supervision of the Clinic Manager and/or RN Supervisor, Nursing Manager and Chief of Ophthalmology the Ophthalmic Assistant/Technician provides technical assistance with a variety of screening, testing and procedures to ensure prompt, courteous and high-quality patient care in the ophthalmology clinics for the Ophthalmologists and Optometrists. At the direction of Clinical Manager or RN Supervisor, Senior Ophthalmic personnel are responsible for training of technical support staff, reviewing provider schedules and making recommendations to assure efficient flow of the provider's clinics.

Responsibilities:

• Assists the Ophthalmologists/Optometrists with obtaining and recording an accurate patient history.
• Completes and records proper rooming and screening including basic visual tests, lensometry and slit lamp usage.
• Performs automated, non-automated keratometry and various visual field tests.
• Performs OCT testing, Topography testing, and photography as ordered by provider.
• Performs and accurately records color vision testing as needed.
• Assists the Ophthalmologists/Optometrists with providing appropriate care to patients ranging from infancy to geriatric.
• Under the supervision of a licensed physician/optometrist instill mydriatic or cycloplegic eye drops and anesthetic eye drops.
• Will assist in triage of patients utilizing standard triage form.
• Pend orders according to policy.
• Ensures orders are signed by providers prior to fulfilling orders.
• Proper processing and disinfecting of instruments and equipment.
• Performs pachymetry testing as ordered.
• Assures proper instrument maintenance.
• Stocks examination rooms with appropriate medications and supplies in assigned areas.
• Ensures that medication and supplies expiration dates are current.
• Disinfects and maintains exam rooms.
• Completes opening and/or closing duties.
• Maintains general competencies and medical knowledge in order to perform job functions.
• Understands ocular emergencies and can communicate such based on feedback from Senior Ophthalmic Technicians and/or feedback from providers.
• Completes age-specific competencies annually based on review of personnel file.
• Ensures that all efforts are made to improve staff communication, support providers, perform necessary procedures and create operational efficiencies throughout the shift.
• Participates in daily pre-shift meetings.
• Provides up to date information to providers and clinical staff related to patient needs, current bottlenecks, and potential issues that may arise.
• Communicates clinic operational efficiency and issues to clinic manager and provides recommendations for solutions.
• Participates in performance improvement and regulatory readiness.
• Disinfects toys as required by infection control standards.
• Assists in maintaining clinic stock and pharmaceuticals.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education:

• High School Diploma or GED, required

Experience:

• Minimum 2 years previous patient care experience, preferred

Physical Requirements:

• Medium Work - Exerting up to 50 lbs. for force occasionally, and/or up to 20 lbs. of force frequently, and/or up to 10 lbs. of force constantly to move objects
• Occasional balancing, climbing, crouching, grasping, kneeling, lifting, pulling, pushing, stooping, walking
• Frequent typing/clerical/dexterity, reaching, repetitive motion, standing, talking, visual acuity (color, depth, perception)
• Constant hearing, seeing/monitor/computer use, fit testing

Hazards:

• Occasional mechanical
• Frequent bodily fluids/bloodborne exposure, chemical, electrical, mechanical

Working Conditions:

• Occasional noise, wet and/or humid, dust, fumes, gases, odors

Travel:

• Occasional Travel - The job may require travel from time- to-time, but not on a regular basis

Bassett Healthcare Network's commitment to our employees includes benefit programs carefully designed with the needs and values of all our employees in mind. Many of the benefits we offer are paid fully or in large part by Bassett. Our generous benefits offerings include:

• Paid time off, including company holidays, vacation, and sick time
• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Life insurance and disability protection
• Retirement benefits including an employer match
• And more!

Specific benefit offerings may vary by location and/or position.

Salary is based on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, training, and fair market evaluation based on industry standards. The above compensation range represents a good faith belief of the compensation range by Bassett Healthcare Network, and its entities and affiliates, at the time of this posting or advertisement.

USD $20.29/Hr. USD $30.44/Hr.

We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related condition), age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (including transgender status), genetic predisposition or carrier status, military or veteran status, familial status, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other status protected by law.