Ophthalmic Technician/Medical Assistant

Full Time
Lacey, WA 98503
Posted
Job description

Deliver patient care in accordance with standards set forth by Clarus Eye Centre. Prepare patients for eye examinations by physicians. Directly assist physicians in performance of clinical tasks

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

  • A minimum of one-year experience in an ophthalmic practice is preferred.
  • Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA), Certified Ophthalmic Technician (COT) and Certified Ophthalmic Medical Technician (COMT) strongly preferred.
  • High School Diploma

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS:

  • Strong technical proficiency and skills as outlined by the Joint Commission on Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology is preferred.
  • Demonstrate computer literacy
  • Effective communication skills
  • Ability to develop positive working relationships
  • Adaptability
  • Self confidence
  • Patient Focused

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Responsible for patient work-ups. Tasks include, but are not limited to:

  • History taking
  • Refractometry
  • Tonometry
  • Contact lens verification/ over-refraction
  • Intermediate diagnostic tests
  • Responsible for scribing physician's examination data. This includes but is not limited to:
  • Intermediate knowledge of ocular anatomy and terminology
  • Basic knowledge of correct coding criteria
  • Intermediate knowledge of ophthalmic services and procedures
  • Properly triage acute conditions in person or via phone conversation
  • Assist physicians with minor procedures
  • Assist physicians with advanced diagnostic procedures
  • Other duties as assigned.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

  • Requires sitting for long periods of time. Must be able to safely assist patients in wheelchairs and walkers.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.50 - $31.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Health savings account
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Parental leave
  • Professional development assistance
  • Referral program
  • Retirement plan
  • Vision insurance

Medical specialties:

  • Ophthalmology

Schedule:

  • 8 hour shift
  • Day shift
  • Monday to Friday

COVID-19 considerations:
All patients, staff and other guests are screened and temperature is taken daily. All staff is required to wear a surgical grade mask or higher depending on job duties.

Education:

  • High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

  • Ophthalmology Experience: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: One location

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