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Medical Assistant

Medical Assistant

Galanis Cataract and Laser Eye Center • Shrewsbury, New Jersey, USA
17 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

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
  • Hours :
  • 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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