Position Summary
The Ophthalmic Technician is responsible for performing advanced ophthalmic work up, procedures, measurements and tests to provide data to provider and assist in patient care. Assists provider throughout patient exam, office lasers and procedures, and performs as first assists in the operating room. Position requires good understanding of ophthalmology outpatient day to day office routine. The Ophthalmic Technician will continually demonstrate Patient Centeredness, Teamwork, and Excellence in the daily performance of their duties. This position requires the ability to be self-motivated, flexible, punctual, detail oriented, have good time management skills and have excellent communication skills.
Education, License, & Cert
Certified Ophthalmic Technician (COT) preferred or Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) with two years ophthalmic assisting experience; LPN with completion of home study course within first 6 months of employment. (Licensure in PA and NY required). Surgical Technician Certified with OR experience may be substituted however completion of home study course within 6 months of employment and Certification as Ophthalmic Assistant is required within the first 12 months of employment. Employee will be paid at one grade lower than Ophthalmic Technician until certification is met. Completion of Ophthalmic Scribe Certification (OSC) is required within the first 3 weeks for those without COA, COT, COMT, LPN.

Essential Functions

1. Obtains and documents accurate chief complaint and comprehensive history of present illness. Reviews, verifies and updates patient’s past ocular, medical, family and social history. Reviews medical records for up-to-date master problem list including patient reported medication and allergies and diagnoses that are documented by physicians or providers.

2. Performs a portion of ophthalmic exam, ophthalmic diagnostic testing and procedures; documents findings/results on exam and stays current with new technology and procedures as they become available.

3. Performs as scribe for provider (throughout ophthalmic exam capture, summarize, & document pertinent examination data, clinical findings and the assessment and plan).

4. Provides patient education, assists provider with informed consent, prepares and reviews surgical charts.

5. Assists provider with laser and surgical procedures within the office, including those that require aseptic and sterile technique.

6. Performs as first assistant in operating room.

7. Responsible for cleaning and sterilization of office instruments, performing basic maintenance, quality control, cleaning, disinfection and maintaining inventory of ophthalmic exam room and ancillary equipment according to organization and departmental protocols.

8. Responsible for documentation, tracking and reporting surgical co-management; completion and processing of forms (DMV, disability, legal blindness, insurance, low vision, etc.); review and monitors provider’s schedule for efficiency and errors; triages messages and phone calls and responds to patients as directed by provider.

Other Duties

1. Provides orientation and training of new employees and recognizes and utilizes opportunities to teach other staff members.

2. May travel to regional offices as needed.

3. Attends required staff and educational meetings as requested. 4. Cover as needed throughout the department.

Benefits

A career with Guthrie means being part of an organization that’s proud of its heritage and clear about its future. Attracting and retaining the best talent is crucial to our ambitions – it’s why we offer shared accountability, a team-based model, a supportive environment, and ongoing development and educational opportunities. If you’re passionate about making a difference in patients’ lives in a close-knit community, this is where you belong.

Get ready to shape the future of a patient-centric, clinician-led organization with a proud history of progressive care.

Perks and benefits of a Guthrie caregiver:

- Competitive pay

- 403(b) – employer match/contribution

- Comprehensive benefit package

- Career advancement opportunities

- Tuition reimbursement

Job Type: Full-time

Medical specialties:

• Ophthalmology

Experience:

• Ophthalmology: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: One location

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