**This is a full-time, long-term position. ** Job Title: Ophthalmic Technician - Experience Required!

Perks

: Full

Benefits

Package - Medical, Vision, Dental and Life Insurance 401k + Employer Matching Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays Paid Maternity Leave Eyecare Education Reimbursement Competitive Base Pay Employee Discounts Hours: Full Time Our offices are open from Monday-Friday 7:30am-5pm. Your shifts will fall within those hours, and you may need to work a little earlier/later as needed.

Requirements

: High School Diploma or GED Equivalent Favorable result on Background Check Basic computer skills Strong customer service skills Excitement to learn and grow Essential Functions: Facilitate patient flow Assist the doctor in preliminary testing Verify medical and vision insurances Effectively communicate with patients, doctors, and managers Answer inquiries through phone, email, and in-person requests SUMMARY An Ophthalmic Technician is a valuable asset to an Ophthalmologist as they assist in providing excellent patient care to the patients during their visit. This employee is able to handle a wide range of duties while using equipment to perform the initial testing needed to prepare a patient for an exam with an Ophthalmologist.

This role requires a variety of physical activities to effectively perform essential job functions. The position involves frequent walking (75%), sitting (50%), and standing (50%), with regular bending, stooping, and reaching (25–50%). Employees must be able to lift, carry, push, and pull items up to 25 lbs.

Strong fine motor skills and full use of hands are essential, as the role demands constant grasping, writing/typing, and use of technology.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Provide exceptional customer service during every patient encounter (in person or via phone) Display a professional attitude, greet patients promptly with a smile, and thank them when they leave Practice urgency at all times with patient’s time, as well as doctor’s time and schedule Comply with all company policies and procedures including HIPAA Verify patient information by interviewing patient Recording medical history, current medications and confirming purpose of visit Records all data in the patient's Electronic Medical Record (EMR) Checks condition of patient's eyes by observing pupils, muscles, visual acuity, and extraocular movements Required skills include: dilation, refraction, pressures, and performing a variety of diagnostic tests including visual fields, OCT, GDX, IOL master, auto refractor and topography Demonstrates working knowledge of eye anatomy, diseases, symptoms and ocular medications General office duties and cleaning to be assigned by manager

QUALIFICATIONS

Desire to gain industry knowledge and training Demonstrates initiative in accomplishing practice goals Ability to grow, adapt, and accept change Consistently creates a positive work environment by being team-oriented and patient-focused Ability to interact with all levels of employees in a courteous, professional manner at all times Commitment to work over 40 hours to meet the needs of the business Reliable transportation that would allow employee to go to multiple work locations with minimal notice EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE Minimum Required: High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required Minimum Required: One year of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience LICENSES AND CREDENTIALS Current Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) or Certified Ophthalmic Technician (COT) certification is preferred, but not required SYSTEMS A ND TECHNOLOGY Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook PHYSICAL