- Must have computer and/or mainframe terminal and multi-line telephone skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of information.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information clearly and professionally to varying levels of individuals throughout the patient care process.
- Must be proficient with Windows-style applications, various software packages specific to role and keyboard.
- Good interpersonal skills.
- Ability to and experience working with and maintaining confidential information.
- Experience working in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision.
- Experience in transcribing all information accurately, neatly and clearly.
- Skill working to prescribed clinic and ophthalmic standards.
- Ability to use equipment, perform tests and read results, as needed, including: visual acuity, extra ocular motility, pupil evaluation, confrontational fields, color vision, stereo vision, tonopen/applanation tonometry, lensometry, keratometry, eye irrigation, refractometry, manual a-scan measurements, topography, brightness acuity testing, and slit lamp examination.
- Ability to assist with removal and insertion of contact lenses.
- Enables clinic operations by effectively managing the patient flow in and out of exam rooms.
- Retrieves and collates patient information for provider.
- Cleans stocks and maintains exam rooms, procedure rooms, instruments and equipment and prepares patient for provider exam.
- Obtains near and distant visual acuity, amsler grid, worth 4dot, color vision, stereo vision, and basil tear secretion tests.
- Pulls patient's contact lens records for optometrist review.
- Cleans, disinfects and packs instruments for autoclaving.
- Documents per department guidelines, pertinent patient information in medical record (including, but not limited to, vital signs, height, weight, allergies, brief history, patient instructions, communication of test results, etc).
- Ensures future appointments have been scheduled or communicated and referrals/pre-authorizations have been initiated and obtained.
- Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including but not limited to: respect for privacy, method of introduction to the patient, adapting explanation of services or procedures to be performed, requesting permissions and communication style.
- Other related duties as required.
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Ophthalmic Technician - New Orleans, United States - Ochsner Health System
Description
We've made a lot of progress since opening the doors in 1942, but one thing has never changed - our commitment to serve, heal, lead, educate, and innovate.
We believe that every award earned, every record broken and every patient helped is because of the dedicated employees who fill our hallways.
At Ochsner, whether you work with patients every day or support those who do, you are making a difference and that matters.
This job provides individualized, direct patient care of assigned patients under the supervision of a licensed healthcare provider. Assists in the implementation of the delivery of health care services.
Assists fellow employees in providing the highest quality personalized patient care and maintains a positive work relationship with the health care team.
Demonstrates the ability to provide care and service with individuals of all assigned age groupsEducation
Required - High School diploma or equivalent
Preferred - Bachelor's degree in Ophthalmic Medical Technology
Work Experience
Preferred - 2 years experience or Associate's degree in Ophthalmic Assisting.
Experience with ophthalmology examinations in a high patient volume department.
Certifications
Required - Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association
Preferred - Certified Ophthalmic Technician (COT) through JCAHPO
Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs)
This employer maintains and complies with its Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including the immediate reporting of any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct; patient/employee safety, patient privacy, and/or other compliance-related concerns.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.
Physical and Environmental Demands
The physical essential functions of this job include (but are not limited to) the following: Frequently exerting 10 to 20 pounds of force to move objects; occasionally exerting up to 100 pounds of force.
Mechanical lifting devices (carts, dollies, etc.) or team lifts should be utilized.
Must be able to sit or stand for prolonged periods of time.
Normal routine involves no exposure to blood, body fluid or tissue and as part of their employment, incumbents are not called upon to perform or assist in emergency care or first aid.
Because the incumbent works within a healthcare setting, there may be occupational risk for exposure to hazardous medications or hazardous waste within the environment through receipt, transport, storage, preparation, dispensing, administration, cleaning and/or disposal of contaminated waste.
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