Medical AssistantGalanis Cataract and Laser Eye Center • Shrewsbury, New Jersey, USA

Medical Assistant

Galanis Cataract and Laser Eye Center • Shrewsbury, New Jersey, USA

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Job Title : Medical Assistant (Ophthalmic Technician)

Company : Galanis Cataract and Laser Center

Location : Shrewsbury MO

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
Full Time
Our office is open from Monday-Friday 8am-5pm.

You may need to work a little earlier and / or 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

Anticipate Physician needs to facilitate the flow of the clinic

Practice urgency at all times with patients time as well as doctors time and schedule

Comply with all company policies and procedures including HIPAA

Verify patients information by interviewing patient

Record patients medical history and current medications and confirm purpose of visit

Record all data in the patients Electronic Medical Record (EMR)

Check condition of patients 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

Accurately and thoroughly document medical visits and procedures as they are being performed by the Physician

Prepare patients for treatments and minor procedures; measure and record vital signs (blood pressure pulse and respiration rate) as required

Open and close exam rooms as needed

Keep examination treatment laser and any other assigned rooms cleaned and stocked with supplies and keep drug count up to date.

General office duties and cleaning to be assigned by manager

QUALIFICATIONS

Provides excellent patient care and is energetic and empathetic with patients

Must comply with HIPAA confidentiality standards when communicating patient information

Communication skills and the ability to coordinate and cooperate with all levels of employees in a courteous professional manner at all times

Organizational skills with focus on tracking patient care and improving patient flow

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

Commitment to work over 40 hours to meet the needs of the business

Ability to work weekends when applicable

Reliable transportation that would allow employee to go to multiple work locations with minimal notice

EDUCATION AND / OR EXPERIENCE

High school diploma or general education degree (GED) 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 AND TECHNOLOGY

Proficient in Microsoft Excel Word PowerPoint Outlook

Experience using Electronic Medical Records (EMR) systems

Computer proficiency and ability to quickly learn new applications

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

This role requires a variety ofphysicalactivities to effectively perform essential job functions. The position involves frequent walking (75%) sitting (50%) and standing (50%) with regular bending stooping and reaching (2550%). 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 acuityincluding color depth peripheral vision and the ability to adjust focusis required100% of the time. Occasional driving or climbing may also be necessary.

If you need assistance with this application please contact . 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.

Key Skills

EMR Systems,Clinical Laboratory Experience,Athenahealth,Algebra,eClinicalWorks,Primary Care Experience,Phlebotomy,Medical office experience,Vital Signs Experience,Experience Administering Injections,Medical Terminology,Medication Administration

Employment Type : Full Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

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