Ophthalmic Technician at University Clinical Health

Memphis, Tennessee, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

10 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

10 Jan, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Patient Assessment, Patient Procedures, Patient Care, Patient Testing, Patient Education, RX Authorization, Patient Satisfaction, Equipment Effectiveness, Chart Documentation, Patient Triage, Patient Flow Processes, Safety Knowledge, Communication Skills, Organizational Skills, Customer Service Skills, Medical Excellence Commitment

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Description Job Type: PRN Who We Are: As the only independent and physician-led faculty practice plan of the University of Tennessee Health Science Center, University Clinical Health (UCH) offers best-in-class clinical care through a network of more than 175 providers across 19 specialties to meet the healthcare needs of the Mid-South community. We are a not-for-profit, non-tax-supported group practice and are here to serve the community by putting our patients first. In addition, we offer exciting career opportunities for qualified, caring professionals and love to promote within. University Clinical Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. University Clinical Health is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. Position Summary: This position is responsible for the patient interview obtaining history and assisting with the examination. Assists the Physician by administering patient care as directed, and assists with office procedures including patient preparation. Performs special testing such as lensometry, auto refraction, keratometry, performs screening and threshold visual field testing with automated perimeter, performs A-scan biometry for intraocular lens calculations; provides information to patients regarding the care and handling of soft and hard contact lenses; assists physician in the fitting of contact lenses. Also, inspects equipment to ensure proper working order. Key Results Areas (KRAs): Patient assessment Patient procedures Patient care Patient procedures Patient testing Patient education RX authorization Patient satisfaction Equipment/room effectiveness Chart documentation Physician schedule Patient triage Patient flow processes Travel to satellite clinics as needed Other duties as assigned. Core Competencies Knowledge of safety, compliance, and regulatory issues Excellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills Excellent customer service skills Committed to supporting UCH’s standard to medical excellence Requirements Education & Experience: High school graduate, or equivalent Required At least 1 year of relevant clinical experience Required COA certification Preferred

Responsibilities

The Ophthalmic Technician is responsible for patient interviews, obtaining medical history, and assisting with examinations and office procedures. They perform special testing and provide patient education regarding contact lenses and equipment.