About us Mountain View Eye Center is a fast paced, ophthalmology/optometry office located in Layton, UT. We want to generate a welcoming and helpful environment for all our patients and their eye care needs. We are looking for a friendly, skilled, and motivated person to help Mountain View Eye Center provide the best eye care for our patients.
Our work environment includes:
On-the-job training Growth opportunities Our technicians are primarily responsible for performing diagnostic tests and chair-side assistance for our ophthalmologists and optometrist. On-the-job training and certification assistance available. Responsibilities and Duties
- Record patient history, chief complaint, and necessary health information
- Perform various ancillary testing (i.e.: visual acuity, lensometry, visual fields, OCT, corneal topography, fundus photography, applanation tonometry, refractometry, etc.)
- Act as scribe for physician during examinations
- Provide assistance to ophthalmologist or optometrist during examinations and in-office procedures
- Complete patient-related forms
- Escort patients to front desk after exam and ensure proper follow-up appointments are made and patients with eyeglass prescriptions meet the optician before leaving.
- Perform other tasks as requested/required by ophthalmologist, optometrist, or head ophthalmic technician
- Provide telephone support regarding ocular emergencies, prescription refills, prescription authorizations, and patient care questions.
- Instrument Maintenance Qualifications and Skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Personable, respectful, kind, and empathetic with patient needs and concerns
- Excellent time management
- Good with computers, MS Word, MS Excel, email, practice management/electronic health records, etc.
- Ability to multitask
- High attention to detail
- Organized
- Team-oriented
- Problem-solver
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Basic understanding of algebraic math
- Knowledge of ophthalmic and general medical terminology
- Fluent in English, bilingual preferred
- Excellent spelling ability
- Ophthalmic Technician experience preferred
- Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) or Certified Ophthalmic Technician (COT) preferred Physical Abilities
- Must be able to read fine print
- Must be able to manipulate small objects
- Must be able to type or write legibly in a dimly-lit setting
- Must be able to type 45 wpm or faster
- Must be able to stand, sit, or walk for extended periods
- Must be able to assist patients with ambulation and transportation, as necessary
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$13.00
00 per hour
Benefits:
401(k) Employee discount Health insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance
Work Location:
In person