Ophthalmic Tech II at Moxxie

Chattanooga, Tennessee, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

01 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

31 Jan, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Patient Intake, Visual Acuity, Automated Refraction, Eye Drops Administration, Patient Flow Management, Patient History Documentation, Intraocular Pressure Measurement, Pre-Operative Preparation, Equipment Maintenance, Data Entry, Patient Education, Teamwork, Communication Skills, Proactive Problem Solving, Continuous Improvement, Professionalism

Industry

Description

Description ABOUT US: Our focus is to provide our patients with the best healthcare experience through innovation, professionalism and compassionate care. Our physicians and staff share our passion for patient-centric care and are knowledgeable, skilled and empathetic to our patient needs. We continuously look for ways to improve our patient’s experience through data analytics, patient surveys and feedback. Our commitment to patient care is also investing in our employees through ongoing continuing education and training. POSITION SUMMARY: The Ophthalmic Technician II supports ophthalmologists by performing advanced clinical tasks, diagnostic testing, and assisting with patient care. This role requires a strong understanding of ophthalmic procedures, excellent patient communication, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment. The Technician II serves as a mentor to junior staff and contributes to the overall efficiency and quality of eye care services. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Patient intake and workup, following standardized protocol.? Determining visual acuity Performing automated refraction Administering eye drops, ointments, and irrigating solutions to the eye as ordered by physician. Awareness of patient flow issues and ability to maintain efficient clinical flow. Obtaining and documenting patient history. Measurement of intraocular pressure (tonometry) Pre-operative preparation of patient. Maintaining equipment and instruments Performing office duties and clinical tasks - entering data into EMR, providing patient services Facilitates patient experience by assisting physician in overall patient care.? Works within the confines of the team by assisting other departments with answers to questions, patient triage, etc.?Counsel and educate the patients as needed.? Updates daily schedule by assessing no-shows and add-ins. ? Stocking and cleaning clinic as needed.? Other duties as assigned.? REQUIREMENTS: High school diploma or equivalent required.? Positive attitude and a love for helping others! Prior experience in a fast-paced medical office and in electronic health record preferred.? Dependable transportation required to travel to other offices as required. Must be flexible with traveling to various locations as needed. Minimum of three years of ophthalmic technician experience required. COA preferred or the commitment to obtain a COA within three years of employment. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: Patient Experience – Understanding and anticipate the patient’s needs. Proactively strives to exceed our patient’s expectations and provide ongoing education and communication. Proactive- Keep others informed. Ask for help when needed, brings any challenges or concerns to leadership. Professionalism- Displaying cautious, helpful and ethical behavior. Maintaining composure even under difficult and challenging circumstances. Excellent Communication Skills – written & verbal. Focus on becoming an active listening to better understand the needs of co-workers and patients. Drive for Results – Strives for improving the patient experience by committing to continuous improvement and doing above and beyond for optimal outcomes. Focus on Efficiency – Utilizes technology, innovation, and process improvements to continuously improve efficiency and effectiveness. Teamwork- Participates as a team member and establishes strong working relationships with teammates and across the organization. Celebrates Change- Receptive to new ideas and responds to changes with flexibility and optimism. Forward-thinking attitude – Consider how your actions and behavior influence or affect others, and how will this impact your future growth in the company. Continues Learning and Improvement- Acknowledges own strengths and development needs and works to strengthen capabilities. OWNERSHIP SKILLS: Help foster a positive workplace environment that encourages accountability, collaboration and transparency. Self-awareness; understanding your learning style and personality traits. Focus on your strengths rather than your weaknesses. Pride in one’s work by asking questions when needed, providing feedback and completed job tasks in a timely manner. Aligning job responsibilities and projects with the company’s goal and mission. Pro-active measures in daily work that anticipates problems and develops solutions. Ask for clarification when needed. Work in an organized and structured environment to minimize stress during busy workdays. Confidence to express ideas and solutions during meetings or projects. Openness to other employee’s opinions and feedback. Establish performance goals and align personal interest and career aspiration with new tasks and responsibilities. Offer solutions to problems rather than presenting issues. Ask for constructive feedback regarding job performance. Share responsibility for actively maintaining "workload items" for clinical and support buckets. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENT: Exerting up to twenty-five pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. Repetitive motion. Substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers. Have close visual acuity to perform an activity including viewing a computer terminal, extensive reading, interpretation, etc. Must possess the physical, mental, and cognitive skills needed to complete essential tasks, including abilities such as learning, remembering, focusing, categorizing, and integrating information for comprehension, problem-solving, and timely decision-making. Must be able to be stationary for prolonged periods of time COGNITIVE REQUIREMENT: Executes tasks independently. Learns and memorizes tasks. Maintains concentration/focus on tasks. Performs task in a demanding environment requiring multi-task and prioritize work. Must be comfortable working and interacting with large groups of people daily. BENEFITS & PERKS: Generous PTO allowance Holiday Pay Health, Dental & Vision Life Insurance Short-term disability Long-term disability 401k with discretionary match Uniform Allowance (clinic only) Professional Development We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any characteristic protected by law.

Responsibilities

The Ophthalmic Technician II supports ophthalmologists by performing advanced clinical tasks and assisting with patient care. This role includes patient intake, diagnostic testing, and maintaining clinical flow.