Ophthalmic Technician - Willing to Train!

Ophthalmic Technician•Willing to Train! Bennett and Bloom Eye Centers•3.3 Jeffersonville, IN Job Details Full-time 1 day ago Benefits Mileage reimbursement Paid parental leave Paid holidays Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Parental leave Vision insurance 401(k) matching Employee discount Life insurance Qualifications Computer operation Computer literacy High school diploma or

GED Full Job Description Job Title:

Ophthalmic Technician•Willing to Train!

Company:

Bennett & Bloom Eye Center Location:

Jeffersonville, IN Travel:

Travel to our other offices in Louisville and New Albany will be required

AT LEAST

weekly, but could be more; we do pay mileage reimbursement! Please only apply if you are comfortable with local travel. Training Provided•Medical/eyecare experience highly preferred!

Perks:

Full Benefits Package•Medical, Vision, Dental and Life Insurance 401k + Employer Matching Paid Time Off (PTO) and

Paid Holidays Paid Maternity Leave Eyecare Certification Reimbursement Competitive Base Pay Employee Discounts Hours:

Full Time Our offices are open Monday-Friday 7:30am-5:00pm You may need to work a little earlier/later as needed

Requirements:

High School Diploma or GED Equivalent Favorable result on Background Check Basic computer skills Strong customer service skills Excitement to learn and grow

Essential Functions:

Facilitate patient flow Assist the doctor in preliminary testing Verify medical and vision insurances Effectively communicate with patients, doctors, and managers Answer inquiries through phone, email, and in-person requests SUMMARY An Ophthalmic Technician is a valuable asset to an Ophthalmologist as they assist in providing excellent patient care to the patients during their visit. This employee is able to handle a wide range of duties while using equipment to perform the initial testing needed to prepare a patient for an exam with an Ophthalmologist.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Provide exceptional customer service during every patient encounter (in person or via phone) Display a professional attitude, greet patients promptly with a smile, and thank them when they leave Practice urgency at all times with patient's time, as well as doctor's time and schedule Comply with all company policies and procedures including HIPAA Verify patient information by interviewing patient Recording medical history, current medications and confirming purpose of visit Records all data in the patient's Electronic Medical Record (EMR) Checks condition of patient's eyes by observing pupils, muscles, visual acuity, and extraocular movements Required skills include: dilation, refraction, pressures, and performing a variety of diagnostic tests including visual fields, OCT, GDX, IOL master, auto refractor and topography Demonstrates working knowledge of eye anatomy, diseases, symptoms and ocular medications General office duties and cleaning to be assigned by manager

QUALIFICATIONS

Desire to gain industry knowledge and training Demonstrates initiative in accomplishing practice goals Ability to grow, adapt, and accept change Consistently creates a positive work environment by being team-oriented and patient-focused Ability to interact with all levels of employees in a courteous, professional manner at all times Commitment to work over 40 hours to meet the needs of the business Reliable transportation that would allow employee to go to multiple work locations with minimal notice

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

Minimum Required:

High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required

Minimum Required:

One year of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience

LICENSES AND CREDENTIALS

Current Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) or Certified Ophthalmic Technician (COT) certification is preferred, but not required

SYSTEMS A ND TECHNOLOGY

Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

This role requires a variety of physical activities to effectively perform essential job functions. The position involves frequent walking (75%), sitting (50%), and standing (50%), with regular bending, stooping, and reaching (25-50%). Employees must be able to lift, carry, push, and pull items up to 25 lbs. Strong fine motor skills and full use of hands are essential, as the role demands constant grasping, writing/typing, and use of technology. Visual and auditory acuity—including color, depth, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus—is required 100% of the time. Occasional driving or climbing may also be necessary. If you need assistance with this application, please contact (636) 227-2600. Please do not contact the office directly•only resumes submitted through this website will be considered. EyeCare Partners is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.