Ophthalmic Technician Experience Required! at Eye Care Partners Career

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.**Ophthalmology experience is required for this position**Job Title: Ophthalmic TechnicianCompany: Cavanaugh Eye CenterLocation: Overland Park KSPerks:Full Benefits Package - Medical Vision Dental and Life Insurance401k Employer MatchingPaid Time Off (PTO) and Paid HolidaysPaid Maternity LeaveEyecare Certification ReimbursementEmployee DiscountsCompetitive Base PayHours:Full TimeOur offices are open Monday-Thursday 7:30am-6:00pm Friday 7:30am-3:00pmYour shifts will vary within these hoursYou may need to work a little earlier/later as neededRequirements:High School Diploma or GED EquivalentOphthalmology experience is requiredFavorable result on Background CheckBasic computer skillsStrong customer service skillsExcitement to learn and growEssential Functions:Facilitate patient flowAssist the doctor in preliminary testingVerify medical and vision insurancesEffectively communicate with patients doctors and managersAnswer inquiries through phone email and in-person requestsSUMMARYAn 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.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESProvide 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 leavePractice urgency at all times with patients time as well as doctors time and scheduleComply with all company policies and procedures including HIPAAVerify patient information by interviewing patientRecording medical history current medications and confirming purpose of visitRecords all data in the patients Electronic Medical Record (EMR)Checks condition of patients eyes by observing pupils muscles visual acuity and extraocular movementsRequired skills include: dilation refraction pressures and performing a variety of diagnostic tests including visual fields OCT GDX IOL master auto refractor and topographyDemonstrates working knowledge of eye anatomy diseases symptoms and ocular medicationsGeneral office duties and cleaning to be assigned by managerQUALIFICATIONSDesire to gain industry knowledge and trainingDemonstrates initiative in accomplishing practice goalsAbility to grow adapt and accept changeConsistently creates a positive work environment by being team-oriented and patient-focusedAbility to interact with all levels of employees in a courteous professional manner at all timesCommitment to work over 40 hours to meet the needs of the businessAbility to work weekends when applicableReliable transportation that would allow employee to go to multiple work locations with minimal noticeEDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCEHigh school diploma or general education degree (GED) requiredOphthalmology experience is requiredLICENSES AND CREDENTIALSCurrent Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) or Certified Ophthalmic Technician (COT) certification is preferred but not requiredSYSTEMS AND TECHNOLOGYProficient in Microsoft Excel Word PowerPoint OutlookPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTSThis role requires a variety ofphysicalactivities to effectively perform essential job functions. The position involves frequent walking (75%) sitting (50%) and standing (50%) with regular bending stooping and reaching (2550%). 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. Visual and auditory acuityincluding color depth peripheral vision and the ability to adjust focusis required100% of the time. Occasional driving or climbing may also be necessary.If you need assistance with this application please contact . Please do not contact the office directly only resumes submitted through this website will be considered.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.Required Experience:IC Key Skills Computer Science,user experience,User Interface,SME,CSS,Interaction Design,Windows,Android,Usability Studies,Visual Design,HTML,User Research,JavaScript,Web Services,Wireframes Employment Type : Full Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1