Ophthalmic TechnicianNorth 2 Region
Austin Retina Associates, Georgetown, Texas, United States, 78628
Ophthalmic Technician - North 2 Region
Position Summary
Austin Retina Associates is seeking a responsible, self-motivated individual to join our North 2 region-
Georgetown, Temple, Waco, Killeen . In this role, you'll work directly with physicians to deliver exceptional retina care and help preserve patients' sight every day. Our technicians consistently report high job satisfaction because their work truly makes a difference.
Some days may involve longer hours due to travel between clinics, but the impact you make—and the supportive teams you work alongside—make the effort well worth it.
What You'll Do Ophthalmic Technicians play an essential role in patient care by gathering medical information, capturing diagnostic images, documenting chart notes, preparing exam rooms, assisting with treatments, supporting physicians during clinical procedures, and helping across both clinic and remote locations.
Who We're Looking For This is an excellent opportunity for anyone interested in the medical field, and no prior ophthalmic experience is required. We offer full training for compassionate, dependable candidates who are eager to make a meaningful difference in patients' lives. Join our #savingsight squad and be part of a team dedicated to preserving and improving vision for our patients every day.
Duties/Responsibilities
Triage patients and record consistent and accurate documentation of patient's medical history
Obtain patient's chief complaint and screen for visual acuity, confrontational visual fields, measure IOP, pupillary check, ocular motility, dilate pupils, check blood pressure, etc.
Communicate with team members, team leader and physician regarding patient care and efficiency
Communicate with patients using a caring tone and provide thorough communication before and after the physician visit providing education as needed
Prepare exam room and patient charts for physician
Perform macular OCT imaging and other retinal imaging as needed
Prepare and assist with in-office procedures as needed
Assist in recruiting patients for clinical trials as available
Other duties as assigned
Required Attributes
Demonstrate and embrace our core values: Serving with Compassion, Striving for Excellence, and Practicing Humility
Strong interpersonal skills including effective listening, clear communication, effective customer problem resolution, warm encouraging demeanor
Travel required and will include company-provided transportation, and reimbursed mileage if driving a personal vehicle. No overnight travel although position requires some irregular hours including early mornings, later days and overtime
Master multiple computer systems for data entry and input including Google, MicrosoftOffice, Teams, data management, browsers, scanners, etc
Ability to master ophthalmology and retina terminology
Valid U. S. driver's license demonstrating unrestricted and satisfactory driving record
Will share responsibility of driving company vehicle on day trips
Able and willing to travel outside of the North 2 region to assist other regions
Preferred Attributes
Experience in a busy optometry, ophthalmology, and/or retina clinic
Ability to develop and maintain effective peer relationships at work within a fast-paced, and at times a high-stress environment
COA, COT, or COMT certification
Bilingual in Spanish
Other Position Details
Schedule will vary based on assigned location, tasks and/or assigned physician
Very occasional weekend days although schedule is generally Monday to Friday
Hourly pay, FLSA non-exempt, eligible for overtime
Physical Demands and Requirements Sitting up to 4 hours a day; standing and walking; talk and hear both in person and by telephone; use hands to finger, handle and feel objects or controls; reach with hands and arms. Regularly required to stoop, kneel, bend, crouch and lift up to 15 pounds on occasion. Specific vision abilities required by this job includes viewing multiple computer screens, close vision, distance vision, depth perception, color vision and the ability to adjust focus. Viewing images and operating computer devices constantly
I understand the requirements of the role that I am applying for.
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Georgetown, Temple, Waco, Killeen . In this role, you'll work directly with physicians to deliver exceptional retina care and help preserve patients' sight every day. Our technicians consistently report high job satisfaction because their work truly makes a difference.
Some days may involve longer hours due to travel between clinics, but the impact you make—and the supportive teams you work alongside—make the effort well worth it.
What You'll Do Ophthalmic Technicians play an essential role in patient care by gathering medical information, capturing diagnostic images, documenting chart notes, preparing exam rooms, assisting with treatments, supporting physicians during clinical procedures, and helping across both clinic and remote locations.
Who We're Looking For This is an excellent opportunity for anyone interested in the medical field, and no prior ophthalmic experience is required. We offer full training for compassionate, dependable candidates who are eager to make a meaningful difference in patients' lives. Join our #savingsight squad and be part of a team dedicated to preserving and improving vision for our patients every day.
Duties/Responsibilities
Triage patients and record consistent and accurate documentation of patient's medical history
Obtain patient's chief complaint and screen for visual acuity, confrontational visual fields, measure IOP, pupillary check, ocular motility, dilate pupils, check blood pressure, etc.
Communicate with team members, team leader and physician regarding patient care and efficiency
Communicate with patients using a caring tone and provide thorough communication before and after the physician visit providing education as needed
Prepare exam room and patient charts for physician
Perform macular OCT imaging and other retinal imaging as needed
Prepare and assist with in-office procedures as needed
Assist in recruiting patients for clinical trials as available
Other duties as assigned
Required Attributes
Demonstrate and embrace our core values: Serving with Compassion, Striving for Excellence, and Practicing Humility
Strong interpersonal skills including effective listening, clear communication, effective customer problem resolution, warm encouraging demeanor
Travel required and will include company-provided transportation, and reimbursed mileage if driving a personal vehicle. No overnight travel although position requires some irregular hours including early mornings, later days and overtime
Master multiple computer systems for data entry and input including Google, MicrosoftOffice, Teams, data management, browsers, scanners, etc
Ability to master ophthalmology and retina terminology
Valid U. S. driver's license demonstrating unrestricted and satisfactory driving record
Will share responsibility of driving company vehicle on day trips
Able and willing to travel outside of the North 2 region to assist other regions
Preferred Attributes
Experience in a busy optometry, ophthalmology, and/or retina clinic
Ability to develop and maintain effective peer relationships at work within a fast-paced, and at times a high-stress environment
COA, COT, or COMT certification
Bilingual in Spanish
Other Position Details
Schedule will vary based on assigned location, tasks and/or assigned physician
Very occasional weekend days although schedule is generally Monday to Friday
Hourly pay, FLSA non-exempt, eligible for overtime
Physical Demands and Requirements Sitting up to 4 hours a day; standing and walking; talk and hear both in person and by telephone; use hands to finger, handle and feel objects or controls; reach with hands and arms. Regularly required to stoop, kneel, bend, crouch and lift up to 15 pounds on occasion. Specific vision abilities required by this job includes viewing multiple computer screens, close vision, distance vision, depth perception, color vision and the ability to adjust focus. Viewing images and operating computer devices constantly
I understand the requirements of the role that I am applying for.
#J-18808-Ljbffr