Ophthalmic Technician - Memphis, United States - University Clinical Health

Description

Job Type Full-timeDescription

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 who love to promote within.


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, and 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 assessmentPatient proceduresPatient carePatient proceduresPatient testingPatient educationRX authorizationPatient satisfactionEquipment/room effectivenessChart documentationPhysician schedulePatient triagePatient flow processesOther duties as assigned RequirementsCore Competencies Knowledge of safety, compliance, and regulatory issuesExcellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational skillsExcellent customer service skillsCommitted to supporting UCH's standard of medical excellence Knowledge, Skills, Education & Experience: High school graduate, or equivalent required At least 1 year of relevant clinical experience required COA certification within 1 year of employment required EOE-University Clinical Health provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

University Clinical Health is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor - priority referral Protected Veterans requested.