Medical Assistant/Ophthalmic Technician

The Medical Assistant/Ophthalmic Technician uses ophthalmic techniques to perform the preliminary work-up of patients, assists the physician(s) during the patient examination, and documents the patient encounter in the patient's electronic medical record as communicated by the physician.

Full-time Position = 40hrs / week

• Promptly and professionally assists the doctor in patient care.
• Efficiently and accurately interviews patients and documents histories and special testing.
• Communicates with patients regarding follow-up care, surgeries, procedures, changes in schedule, symptoms, surgery scheduling, etc.
• Maintains and cleans all equipment being used and will report irregularities of such to the floor monitor or immediate supervisor.
• Instill Eye Drops
• Clean and stock exam rooms as needed.
• Check expiration dates on medications.
• Reliable attendance and punctuality are an essential function
• Accurately performs:
• OCT
• Tonometry with a Perkins and Tonopen
• Visual Acuity
• Amsler Grid Testing
• Muscle Testing
• Pupil Exams
• Confrontation Visual Field Exam
• Attends staff meetings as required. When unable to attend will refer to the agenda and meetings notes. Travel to other ARC locations may be required.
   

Qualifications

Education:

• High School Diploma or GED Certificate and Certified Ophthalmic Assistant, Medical Assistant, or Ophthalmic Scribe Certification. (If not certified, must be willing to obtain OSC within 30 days of hire)
• Requires the ability to read, write, and speak effectively in English.
• Must have the ability to work with culturally diverse people.
• Requires excellent communication, time management, and leadership skills.
• Bilingual a plus.

Preferred Experience:

• Six (6) months of progressively responsible outpatient or medical office experience that demonstrates an understanding of the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Willing to train the preferred candidate.

Computer Skills:
Good computer skills. Able to navigate between screens: able to accurately enter data. Able to type 30 words per minute

Amount of Travel Required:
Traveling is required, and time may vary. May require sitting in a bus for up to 2.5 hours at a time.

Work Schedule:
To be determined by the needs of the practice Shifts can range anywhere between 8-14 hours. For the Phoenix office, Saturday hours are a must. Will include some early evening hours as well.

Physical Demands
Frequently Stand, Walk, Sit, reach above shoulder, Climb, Crawl, and Bend.

• Lift and/or Carry 10-20 lbs.
• Push/Pull 10-100 lbs.
• Occasionally Squat or Kneel
• Lift and/or Carry 20-50 lbs.