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North Georgia Eye Associates

Ophthalmic Technician/Scribe

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What they do

An Ophthalmic Technician makes prescription eyeglasses and contact lenses by cutting and shaping lenses according to individual prescriptions. May make lenses for other optical equipment, such as telescopes or microscopes. Works in medical equipment manufacturing facilities and laboratories, retail stores, or in the offices of optometrists and physicians.

$37,666 / year median in Georgia

+30% projected growth

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Job Description

Company Overview:
North Georgia Eye Associates has been a premiere eye care provider in North Georgia for over sixty years. Our locations include Gainesville, Braselton, Clayton, Cornelia, Hamilton Mill/Dacula and Cumming. With Board Certified Ophthalmologists and Optometrists, we can service all our patient's eyecare needs. Our surgery center was recognized as one of America's top ambulatory surgery centers by Newsweek in 2022. Our surgeons offer femtosecond assisted laser cataract surgery. North Georgia Eye Aesthetics offers oculoplastic and reconstructive services. We have a dedicated dry eye clinic which includes state of the art treatments including Lipiflow and IPL.. Whether your patients need an annual eye check or treatment for a specific eye condition, North Georgia Eye Associates can care for their entire family.
Position Summary:
We are actively recruiting for an Ophthalmic Technician/Scribe to join our growing team at North Georgia Eye Associates . If you wish to join a growing team with favorable benefits and perks, while contributing to a best-in-class organization, please apply with your resume.
Responsibilities:
Clinical Reviews patient chart to ensure completeness and accuracy of information. Perform testing ordered by doctor and determined by the type of exam scheduled, patient complaint and/or patient history. Ability to act as a medical scribe while physician examines patient, entering data into electronic medical records Takes an ocular and systemic history and accurately records visual acuity. Administers topical ophthalmic or oral medications under the direction of the physician. Ability to assist with simple in-office procedures ensures proper informed consent is obtained. Assists with patient education. Maintains cleanliness and orderliness of exam rooms during the workday. Complies with all practice procedures and protocols. Complies with all State and Federal regulations. Administrative Report inventory and supply needs to leadership timely and as needed for supply ordering Participate in daily team huddles and regularly scheduled meetings as planned and required. Understand and accept responsibility to report potential or suspected errors to supervisor or Compliance Officer Contribute to the team effort by completing additional tasks or projects as needed. Maintain positive attitude consisting of cooperation, self-motivation, courtesy, and professionalism
Qualifications:
High School Diploma or the equivalent years related experience preferred Nextech/ICP experience strongly preferred Ophthalmic and/or optometric technician experience preferred Strong communication and interpersonal skills Ability to work in a fast-paced clinical environment.
Company Benefits:
We offer a competitive benefits package to our employees: Medical Dental Vision 401k w/ Match HSA/FSA Telemedicine Generous PTO Package We also offer the following benefits for
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Employee Discounts and Perks Employee Assistance Program Group Life/AD&D Short Term Disability Insurance Long Term Disability Insurance EyeSouth Partners is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. #IND

Benefits

  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • 401(k) Plans
  • Health and Wellness Programs
  • Health Insurance