Ophthalmic Technician II Georgia Eye Partners - 2.7 Marietta, GA Job Details Full-time 1 day ago Benefits Health savings account AD&D insurance Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Flexible spending account Paid time off Employee assistance program Vision insurance 401(k) matching Employee discount Qualifications Ophthalmology patient education Patient room cleaning Medical chart preparation Informed consent Electronic health records (EHR) management Medical procedure assistance Ophthalmic medical procedure assistance Ultrasound imaging Pre-examination patient preparation Patient assessment Assisting with diagnostic tests and procedures Care documentation Mid-level Visual acuity testing High school diploma or GED Preparing medical treatment area Medical diagnostic testing Microscope proficiency Patient history taking One-on-one patient counseling Corneal topographers Visual field testing Ophthalmic history taking Ophthalmic diagnostic imaging equipment Informed consent procedures implementation Clinical assessment documentation Patient care Health record chart audits Optical coherence tomography (OCT) Intraocular pressure (IOP) measurement

Full Job Description Company Overview:

Georgia Eye Partners is a specialty eye care practice in Metro Atlanta comprised of ophthalmologist and optometrists dedicated to providing patients with the highest quality medical and surgical eye care. Our services range from general eye care to complex surgical care for conditions such as cataracts, glaucoma, corneal disease, and refractice. We offer LASIK and other refractive surgery options as well as oculoplastic surgery and laser aethetic procedures through OPAL Aesthetics.

Position Summary:

Responsible for assisting the ophthalmologist and optometrists by gathering data pertaining to the patient's ocular health status. The ophthalmic technician is proficient in performing appropriate clinical tests, drawing on formal education and/or clinical experience that provide a solid understanding of the theory and principles of eye care.

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. Understands documentation requirements for quality reporting and testing frequency restrictions. 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. Complete work/school excuses and provide patients with medication instructions. Understand and accept responsibility for reporting 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. Essential Skills Intermediate comprehension and ability to complete each skill as required based on iJCAHPO training and generally accepted understanding of each technician skill. Intermediate comprehension means applying knowledge correctly in routine and moderately complex situations, understanding core clinical concepts and workflows, and the ability to interpret information rather than just follow instructions. History Taking (including pharmacology understanding for common ophthalmic medications)

Visual Acuity Confrontation Visual Fields Extraocular Motility Assessment:

evaluation of ductions, perform cover/uncover & alternating cover testing and document defects

Pupil Assessment:

recognize and identify pupil abnormalities in addition to an APD Intraocular Pressure Measurement with Goldmann applanation via slit lamp or Perkins tonometer Manual Lensometry and accurate transposition between minus and plus cylinder as needed Angle Assessment utilizing the slit lamp microscope Manual refractometry using the Jackson Cross-Cylinder technique Supplemental testing including Amsler Grid, Color Vision, Stereopsis (Randot test), Exophthalmometry, BAT, and PAM Diagnostic testing including immersion and/or contact A-scan biometry, ultrasound, OCT, visual field, pachymetry, topography, dry eye testing, and fundus photography

Qualifications:

High School Diploma or equivalent Minimum 3 years' experience as uncertified ophthalmic assistant preferred COA Eligibility preferred Nextech/ICP experience strongly 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.