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Kassouf Healthcare Solutions, LLC · 2 months ago

Ophthalmic Technician

Birmingham, AL

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

$15/hr - $18/hr

1+ years exp

Kassouf Healthcare Solutions, LLC is a provider in the healthcare sector, and they are seeking an Ophthalmic Technician to assist the physician with diagnostic and treatment-oriented procedures. The role involves performing routine tests, assisting during surgical procedures, and maintaining patient records while ensuring compliance with health policies.

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Responsibilities

Assist in coordination of scheduling of patient appointments and surgeries

Interview patients and document ocular and medical histories

Perform a variety of routine tests using ophthalmic instruments that provide diagnostic information including, but not limited to, intraocular pressures, basic motility, visual fields, ultrasonography and fundus photography

Assist the physician during diagnostic and minor surgical procedures, including instrumentation, sterile preparations and documentation

Administer topical medications or diagnostic drugs as required by the provider for testing or treatment

Prepare and position patient for diagnostic tests and procedures

Assist the physician with patient education pertaining to the treatment prescribed

Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information

Comply with OSHA and Infection Control related policies and procedures

Document accurate information in the medical record

Record patient charges for billing department

Prepare procedure and exam rooms; inventory equipment and supplies; replenish supplies and equipment

Perform basic triage per specific office protocol procedures

Maintain professional appearance and personal conduct at all times

Adhere to employer work practices as described in clinic handbook/procedure manual

Work as an effective team member

Effectively cope with job situations

Perform other duties as assigned

Qualification

Ophthalmology experienceDiagnostic testingMedical Assistant certificationPatient educationTeamworkCommunication skillsAttention to detail

Required

High school diploma or equivalent with experience in an ophthalmology setting and willing to train as an Ophthalmology Assistant

Medical Assistant who is a graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant program willing to train as an Ophthalmology Assistant

Must be able to remain in a stationary position (standing or sitting) 100% of the time

Must be able to freely move about the clinic in order to access patient rooms, equipment, charts, etc

Consistently operates a computer keyboard in order to enter patient information

Occasionally must position self to obtain stored equipment

Frequently communicates with co-workers and patients regarding patient care. Must be able to exchange accurate information

Occasional must lift supplies/equipment up to 50 pounds

Preferred

High school diploma or equivalent plus a minimum of one year of direct health care clinical experience or successful completion of a JRCOMP (Joint Review Committee for Ophthalmic Medical Personnel) approved program for Ophthalmology Assistants plus a minimum or one year of satisfactory, full-time work experience under ophthalmologic supervision