Ophthalmic Technician

Job Description

Our Vision is to be the best choice for healthcare in our community

Job Title: Ophthalmic Technician

Dept.: Florida Eye Center at FMC

Job Summary: We are looking for an experienced Ophthalmic Technician with at least 1 year of experience. Must be outgoing and able to work with patients of all ages. Applicant must be able to travel to both Tampa and Land O Lakes

*1 year Minimum experience required*

WHAT DOES FLORIDA MEDICAL CLINIC ORLANDO HEALTH HAVE TO OFFER ITS EMPLOYEES?

We offer a wide choice of compensation and benefit programs that are among the best. From competitive salaries to retirement plans. We make every effort to take care of the people who make our company great.

Gives you an employer that you will have pride in working for

Provides excellent training programs and opportunities for growth

Offers Medical Benefits including:

Employer Contributions to HSA high deductible plan

Discounts at our medical facilities

Cigna Open Access OAPIN & OAP plans

Supports Incentive based Wellness Programs

Offers company sponsored Life Insurance with buy-up provisions

Provides Dental, Vision, Long and Short Term Disability, Accident & Illness policy options

Supports Paid Time Off and Holidays

Gives generous 401K plan with annual 3% Employer contribution after one year of employment

Values and appreciates its employees

Boasts a reputation for superior health care and quality service

Essential Functions of the Position: Certification as an Ophthalmic Assistant preferred but not required.

Completes the start of day processes

Powers up equipment

Logs on work station

Uncover keratometer/autorefractor, visual field, Ascan room if needed

Properly rooms patients

Works up patients for the providers

Checks patient's glasses

Confirms information required by provider is present (labs, surgery records, etc.) and necessary tests are performed

Updates IEHR (allergies, medications, history, etc.)

Assists in following appointment schedule

Prepares patient for examination or treatment

Obtains informed consents and ABN as necessary

Notifies provider when patient is ready

Assists provider during examination and with treatment

Performs diagnostic studies and treatments as ordered by the provider

Ascans

OCT

Visual fields

Obtains consents

Performs diagnostic testing needed or requested by provider

Prepares specimens and requisitions for lab courier

Processes and assists provider with requests

Handles medication refill requests

Obtains prescription overrides and prior authorization when needed

Completion of forms requested by patients

Handles patient and clinical messages:

Returns calls to patients re: testing or medications

Notifies patients of test results and instructions from provider

Triages patient calls and needs

Addresses and handles clinical tasks

Distributes, reviews, and teaches patient education

Prepares charts

Prepares paperwork for charts

Acquires all medical records necessary for visit

Makes sure all ordered tests have been performed and results are present

Confirms authorization has been obtained if required

Completes the end of day processes

Maintains medical equipment; ensures all equipment is calibrated, cleaned, sterilized, charged and covered

Collects red bags as necessary

Monitors and replaces sharps containers when needed

Stocks, cleans and sanitizes exam/work-up lanes and tech station

Checks for expired medications and supplies

Empties HIPAA container into destruction bin

Ensures all rooms are closed down, and schedules are copied and posted

Runs work-up sheets for the next day

Logs off work station

Additional Responsibilities:

Maintains an organized and clean work area

Participates in maintenance of clinical supplies

Performs other incidental and related duties as required and assigned

Physical and Mental Demands:

Physical requirements

Able to stand or walk for long periods

Use of proper body mechanics

Normal concentration and normal complexity of decision making

High level verbal and written communication skills

Above average ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously

Occupational Exposure:

High risk exposure to bloodborne pathogens and chemical hazards

Job Qualifications:

High school graduate or GED equivalent

COT-Preferred not required

Minimum 1 year experience required

Strong customer service orientation

Must be willing to travel to both the Land o lakes and Tampa office.

Strong team player who is eager to learn

Basic computer proficiency

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and make employment decisions without regard to race, gender, disability or protected veteran status

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