Ophthalmic Tech
Company: Eye Care Partners
Location: Saint Louis
Posted on: April 30, 2024
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Job Description:
EyeCare Partners is the nations leading provider of clinically
integrated eye care. Our national network of over 300
ophthalmologists and 700 optometrists provides a lifetime of care
to our patients with a mission to enhance vision, advance eye care
and improve lives. Based in St. Louis, Missouri, over 650
ECP-affiliated practice locations provide care in 18 states and 80
markets, providing services that span the eye care continuum. For
more information, visit www.eyecare-partners.com. An Ophthalmic
Technician is a valuable asset to an ophthalmologist as they assist
in providing excellent patient care to the patients during their
visit. An Ophthalmic Technician 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. Essential
Duties and 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
patients time, as well as doctors 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 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 Other Skills and Abilities: Reliable
transportation that would allow employee to go to multiple work
locations with minimal notice Desire to gain industry knowledge and
training Demonstrates initiative in accomplishing practice goals
Ability to grow, adapt, and accept change Consistently creating a
positive work environment by being team-oriented and
patient-focused Ability to work overtime when the business is in
need Ability to interact with all levels of employees in a
courteous, professional manner at all times Physical Demands: While
performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly
required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee is
frequently required to stand, walk, and sit. The employee must
frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift
and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by
this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision,
depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Education and/or
Experience: High school diploma or general education degree (GED),
one-year related experience and/or training; or equivalent
combination of education and experience, COA or COT is preferred.
This job description is merely a summary and in no way states or
implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the
incumbent. Requirements represent minimum levels of knowledge,
skills, and abilities. This document does not create an employment
contract, implied or otherwise, other than an at-will employment
relationship. If you need assistance with this application, please
contact [phone removed] EyeCare Partners is an equal
opportunity/affirmative action employer. All applicants will be
considered for employment without attention to race, color,
religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national
origin, veteran or disability status. Please do not contact the
office directly only resumes submitted through this website will be
considered. Employment Type: Full Time
Keywords: Eye Care Partners, Florissant , Ophthalmic Tech, Other , Saint Louis, Missouri
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