Medical Assistant

1 month ago

Santa Barbara, United States California Retina Consultants Full time

Ophthalmic Technician (Medical Assistant)

As an Ophthalmic Technician you will preform a number of pre-exam diagnostic tests, collect and update patient health information to allow our physicians to properly treat and diagnose our patients, as well as educating our patients on the purpose and details of their appointments, and much more. You will also be an important part of guaranteeing our patients are receiving the highest level of care during their office visits. Check out the full position details below and see if joining California Retina Consultants is the right fit for you


Responsibilities & Duties

  • Performs pre-exam testing which includes visual acuity assessment (including pinhole), confrontational visual field testing, assess extraocular muscles, pupillary evaluation, tonometry, pupillary dilation, Optical Coherence Tomography and all other patient services as requested by the physician including special tests such as color vision screening.
  • Welcomes and establishes rapport with patients. Initiates patient evaluation and accurately documents the chief complaint, history of present illness, review of systems, current ocular and general medications, and all other pertinent ocular findings in accordance with compliance guidelines.
  • Informs and educates patients on the purpose of tests being performed and how they will be affected during those tests.
  • Assists in the efficient movement of patients through the clinic flow.
  • Has working knowledge of eye terminology, anatomy, pathologies, and ocular pharmacology.
  • Carries out job responsibilities in an ethical, effective, and professional manner.
  • Thoroughly understands and follows proper triage protocol.
  • Performs opening and closing duties on clinic days.
  • Ensures daily cleaning and stocking of each exam room with necessary supplies.
  • Maintains a clean, safe, and orderly environment for patients, patient's family, and clinical personnel. This includes but is not limited to: maintaining supplies, equipment and forms, and notifying appropriate personnel when cleaning supplies or repair of equipment is needed.
  • Be a proficient user of EHR programs NexTech IntelleChartPRO and possesses a basic understanding of the practice management system (NextGen).


About the Candidate

  • High school diploma, GED or equivalent (Required)
  • Knowledge of basic eye care (Preferred)
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Effective oral and written communication
  • One or more years in a customer service type role


Benefits

  • Medical Insurance Plans
  • Vision Insurance Plan
  • Dental Insurance Plan
  • 401K Contribution
  • Life Insurance
  • Sick, Vacation, and Holiday Pay
  • Certification Opportunities


Who We Are

California Retina Consultants (CRC) is one of the largest, most highly respected retina-specialist practices in ophthalmology, and the United States. All California Retina Consultant physicians are board certified/eligible by the American Board of Ophthalmology and specialize exclusively in diseases and surgery of the retina, vitreous, and macula. Our physicians have studied at the most prestigious medical center and universities and have each achieved numerous honors and awards.


Certification Opportunities:

IV Therapy & Blood Withdrawal-Certifications, COA (Certified Ophthalmic Assistant), COT (Certified Ophthalmic Technician), OSC (Ophthalmic Scribe Certification).


Potential Career Path & Growth Opportunities:

Lead Scribe, Clinic Supervisor, Clinic Manager, Clinical Research Assistant, Clinical Research Coordinator, and more


All offers are contingent upon satisfactory background check and pre-employment drug screen.

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