Job detail

Vision Practice - Ophthalmic Technician (Full-time, On-site)

Bridgeview Eye Partners

#Scheduling #Quality Standards #Inventory #Patient Flow #Patient Experience #Visual Acuity #Light Work #Ancillary Testing #Ophthalmic Technician #Preliminary Testing #Exam Room Preparation #Clinical Functions

Full Time On Site 0-2 yrsPosted 3 months ago

Location

Kearney, Nebraska

Quick overview

The technician is responsible for administrative and clinical functions, including obtaining patient histories, performing preliminary testing, and scheduling patients to support the doctor's care and treatment decisions. They must also assist doctors with exams, maintain the cleanliness of the exam room, and ensure the practice meets quality standards.

Requirements summary

Candidates must be capable of performing various clinical tasks such as preparing patients, executing preliminary and requested tests, and assisting optometrists and ophthalmologists with procedures. Physical requirements include standing for long periods, stooping, grasping, lifting up to 15 lbs regularly, and possessing the necessary visual acuity for detailed work.

CommunicationInventory ManagementSchedulingPatient CareInstrument CleaningQuality StandardsAncillary TestingPatient Flow MonitoringPreliminary TestingExam Room PreparationPatient Histories

Job description

Location: LIND Eyecare & Optical, Kearney, NE

What We Offer

Starting wage per hour based on previous experience
6.5 paid holidays per year
Accrued PTO
Benefit eligibility based on status to include medical, dental, STD, life insurance and 401k
Growth and wage increase through company paid certification program

Essential responsibilities

Prepare patients for eye examinations by communicating the features and benefits of our preliminary testing procedures.
Perform all preliminary and any doctor requested tests on all patients.
Assist optometrist and ophthalmologist with patient procedures.
Coordinate patient scheduling and monitor patient flow throughout the office, properly communicating delays.
Prepare exam room by cleaning instruments and maintaining inventory of medications and supplies.
Provide a safe, clean, organized and inviting environment for both patients and staff.
Perform other duties and assume various responsibilities as determined by the office manager or team lead, and doctor(s).

PHYSICAL DEMANDS (per ADA guidelines)

Physical
Activity: Standing for sustained periods of time, Stooping, Grasping, Lifting, Talking, Hearing.
Physical requirements: Light work. Must be able to lift up to 15 lbs. on a regular basis from floor to waist, 5 lbs. from waist to shoulder, and 5 lbs. from shoulder to overhead.
The worker is required to have visual acuity to determine the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of the work assigned.