- Provide patient care (obtaining vital signs, ascertaining primary problem, preparing patient for provider visit).
- Charting on patient optometric record/documentation and record keeping. Knowledge of correct record format.
- Track and register patient data for statistical purposes, as required.
- Assess and responds to patient's needs and educates patients regarding eye care.
- Assists in obtaining lab specimens.
- Performs diagnostic tests as required, including Pre-testing I - auto refraction, lensometry, tonometry and topography.
- Pre-testing II - preliminary case history including current medical conditions.
- Visual acuities, dial in, phoropter, color vision and drop instillation.
- Special testing - visual fields, fundus photography, slit lamp photography, vision screener.
- Performs special patient treatments as directed, including administration of eye drops, etc.
- Cross trained to assist in the lab, operating equipment to cut lenses to fit frames, etc.
- Assists with minor procedures. Demonstrates knowledge of aseptic technique and infection control.
- Prepares, administers and records medications, as directed by the provider.
- Communicates effectively with other staff members and displays appropriate use of optometric terminology.
- In accordance with universal precautions, equip examination rooms, clean rooms, instruments, and sterilize same, according to proper procedures.
- Provide clerical services in the front office as required to include patient registration, cashier, and appointment setting.
- Obtains information from hospital or lab as ordered by physician.
- Disposes of infected material in the proper manner, utilizing red bag container.
- Sets up exam rooms for following day's operation, inventorying and restocking supplies as needed.
- Utilizes electronic health record system to enter, retrieve and document patient information, clinical tasks, communications, and optometrist orders accurately and efficiently.
- Performs other duties, as assigned.
- High school diploma, G.E.D. or equivalent training and experience.
- Documentation of completion of a Medical Assistant training program with certification preferred.
- 2-years experience as a Optometry Technician preferred.
- CPR Certification preferred.
- Bilingual skills English/Spanish preferred.
- Prior computer operation experience, medical systems preferred.
- Pleasant phone manners and professional appearance.
- Must be physically qualified to accomplish moderate bending, stooping, lifting (up to 30 pounds). When required, must be able to push, pull, and carry files/file boxes of moderate weight pounds).
- Good organizational skills.
- Interpersonal skills and ability to work cooperatively with multi-disciplinary and multi-cultural staff.
- Computer literate with good typing skills, 35wpm.
- Working knowledge of optometric terminology.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Ability to work accurately with cash and receipts and with attention to detail.
- Ability to exhibit cultural sensitivity, patient empathy and respect.
- Skill in operating optometry equipment and performing appropriate optometry procedures.
- Ability to seek out assistance and information when necessary.
- Competent infection control skills and knowledge.
- Working knowledge of optometry records and electronic health record system
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Optical Technician - Fort Myers, United States - Family Health Centers of SouthWest Florida
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Excellent opportunity to join a stable company providing patient care in Optometry. We are looking for a dependable, dedicated, and respectful person to join our team. Outstanding compensation including generous paid time off, 9 paid holidays, excellent health benefits, a company paid pension, multiple bonuses, and more
POSITION DESCRIPTION:
The Optical Technician provides clinical assistance in the Optometry office as required. The Technician prepares patient from triaging through vital signs/medical history. Assists provider by performing diagnostic tests, preparing instruments for the Optometrist, instructing patients, and completes procedures, as directed.
Establishes, as directed, specialty appointments, calls patients and pharmacies (prescriptions) as requested by providers, as well as other routine clinical assignments.
Adheres to Corporate Compliance program, by reporting improper or unethical conduct, violation of applicable laws, regulations or program requirements.DETAILED DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
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