Ophthalmic Assistant (Experienced) Position Available In Pinellas, Florida
Tallo's Job Summary: Eye Site of Tampa Bay is seeking an experienced Ophthalmic Assistant to join their team in Clearwater and Trinity, FL. The ideal candidate will have excellent customer service skills, clinical expertise, and be a team player. Responsibilities include patient preparation, testing, and maintaining efficient workflow. Requirements include 1+ year experience and computer skills. Full-time position with benefits.
Job Description
Ophthalmic Assistant (Experienced) 3.7 3.7 out of 5 stars 2560 Gulf To Bay Blvd Ste 100, Clearwater, FL 33765 Are you ready to LOVE your job?!
EXCITING OPPORTUNITY
to become a key member of an outstanding Eye Care professional team. Eye Site of Tampa Bay is looking for an experienced Ophthalmic Technician (certification as COA through JCAHPO, a plus!). Ideal candidate will have one or more years experience, excellent customer service skills, be motivated by clinical excellence, function as a team player with a positive attitude, and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment. Two office locations (Clearwater and Trinity, FL). Full-time, M-F, EOE, background check and drug testing.
Core Responsibilities:
Perform as a valued, key team member by assisting providers through preparing patients for examination using excellent customer service talent and technical training. Perform testing as ordered by provider (AR, OCT, HVF, Corneal Topography, IOL Master, ECC, tonometry). Conduct patient work-up appropriate to patient clinical history and chief complaint. Effectively communicate with patients, accurately record all aspects of history of present illness and update medications. Review past records in preparation of current visit; confirm needed patient records are available for provider review. Perform baseline refractions through use of Phoropter/Marco. Ensure proper authorizations/referrals are in place if additional testing is required. Proactively participate in maintaining efficient workflow through personal effectiveness, seeing 4-6 patients per hour. Prepare exam room through proper sterilization per policy, assist patients to exam room, and anticipate provider needs through proper exam set-up. Maintain confidentiality at all times.
Desired Characteristics:
Exceptional customer service skills Excellent oral and written communication skills Compassion for patients Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment Ability to put patients at ease and explain provider instructions Relate to a wide variety of people Work well with others Reliable/Dependable Ability to problem solve Accuracy, attention to detail Computer skills Organize and prioritize tasks and workflow efficiently
Education/Experience:
1+ Year as Ophthalmic Technician High School diploma, or equivalent Computer experience (Nextech/MDI or other EHR experience, a plus)
