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    Senior Ophthalmic Technician - Boston, United States - Boston Medical Center

    Boston Medical Center
    Boston Medical Center Boston, United States

    4 weeks ago

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    Description

    Position:
    Senior Ophthalmic Technician


    Department:
    Eye Clinic


    Schedule:
    Full Time


    POSITION SUMMARY:


    Under supervision of the department supervisors, the Senior Ophthalmic Technician is responsible for assisting the ophthalmologist by gathering data pertaining to the patient's visual status and maintaining an environment conductive to the delivery of efficient, quality patient care.

    The Senior Ophthalmic Technician is able to effectively perform appropriate clinical testing such as Visual Acuity Testing, Visual Field Testing, Lensometry, Auto Refractometry, Pupil Assessment, Extra Ocular Motility; Gross External Examination, Applanation Tonometry and tonopen and or iCare eye drop instillation.

    Participates in the care of patients in a clinical setting by performing various ophthalmic examinations; scheduling appointments and maintaining patient medical records.

    Responsibilities also include organizing and prioritizing work to ensure completion in a timely manner.


    JOB REQUIREMENTS

    EDUCATION:

    • High school diploma or equivalent required. Preferably one to two years education beyond high school (graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant, Ophthalmic Medical Technology, Ophthalmic Assistant, or Allied Health Professional program or equivalent preferred).

    CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS REQUIRED:

    • Certification required.
    Requires current national certification through the Joint Commission of Allied Health Professionals in Ophthalmology (JCAHPO) in at least one of the following:


    • Certified Ophthalmic Assistant or
    • Certified Ophthalmic Technician or
    • Certified Ophthalmic Medical Technologist

    EXPERIENCE:

    • Requires 5+ years of previous experience working as an Ophthalmic Assistant or Technician

    Experience would include:

    history taking, ophthalmic patient services, general medical knowledge, and visual acuity testing, visual field testing, lensometry, color vision testing, extraocular muscle testing, and tonometry, as well as, various other more complex skills.


    • Must be able to complete complex tasks as directed by the physician which may include: Pachymetry, Manifest Refractometry, OCT, Pentacam, DRS+, IOL Master and Immersion A scan, Specular Microscopy and Optos.
    • Must also have the ability to perform one or more of the following more advanced skills, such as:
    • B scan
    • UBM
    • FA
    • FA
    /ICG

    • Goldmann Visual Fields

    KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

    • Requires the analytical ability to understand and apply complex ophthalmic procedures and follow detailed instructions from the physician.
    • Requires the interpersonal skills necessary to relate to patients in a sympathetic and tactful manner and allay patient apprehensions.
    • Excellent English communication skills (oral and written). Bilingual or multi-lingual skills (beyond that of English) appropriate to the patient population served is a plus.
    • Basic computer proficiency inclusive of ability to access, enter, and interpret computerized data/information.
    • Optimistic attitude, strong customer service focus, and willing to work as a contributing member of a team.

    ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES / DUTIES:

    • Greets patients and gathers demographic information and documents in the medical record.
    • Screens each patient and completes preliminary examination according to each physician's preference to include, documentation of chief complaint, history of present illness, allergies, current medication, and medical history.
    • Performs indicated tests which include: Visual Acuity Testing, Visual Field Testing, Lensometry, Auto Refractometry, Pupil Assessment, Extra Ocular Motility; Gross External Examination, Applanation Tonometry and tonopen and or iCare eye drop instillation.
    • Documents all procedures/decisions in the patient's medical record, under instruction from physician which may include facilitating and or scribing.
    • Performs more complex tasks as directed by the physician which may include: Pachymetry, Manifest Refractometry, OCT, Pentacam, DRS+, IOL Master and Immersion A scan, Specular Microscopy and Optos.
    • Must also have the ability to perform one or more of the following more advanced skills, such as:
    • B scan
    • UBM
    • FA
    • FA
    /ICG

    • Goldmann Visual Fields
    • Assists in training and mentoring clinical staff.
    • Conducts fundamental patient education and counseling.
    • Assists physician in preparing patient for laser surgery, basic maintenance and inventory of ophthalmic equipment and supplies. Sets up for surgical setting, such as preparation of tools and instruments.
    • Assists the physician in surgical setting following established protocols and paying attention to patient's clinical needs.
    • Operates various clinical equipment. Records patients' findings in patients' medical record.
    • Regularly maintains work area and equipment in a neat and orderly manner; assists in the cleaning and organizing of clinical area on own initiative and reports any malfunctioning equipment as observed by supervisor.
    • Maintains a complete understanding of emergency procedures.
    • Attends staff meetings and seminars.
    • Conforms to the hospital standards and conduct so that the best patient care may be provided.
    • Utilizes hospital's behavioral standards as the basis for decision making and to support the hospital's mission and goals.
    • Follows established hospital infection control and safety procedures.
    • Performs other duties as needed. IND123
    (The above statements in this job description are intended to depict the general nature and level of work assigned to the employee(s) in this job. The above is not intended to represent an exhaustive list of accountable duties and responsibilities required).

    Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veterans
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