Ophthalmic Care Specialist

1 week ago


Brooklyn, New York, United States EmblemHealth Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Ophthalmic Technician to join our team at EmblemHealth. As an Ophthalmic Technician, you will play a critical role in providing exceptional patient care and supporting our ophthalmologists in their daily activities.

Key Responsibilities
  • Assist ophthalmologists with patient care, communication, and workflow, including taking patient histories, administering tests, and performing clinical and patient services.
  • Obtain patient history and chart procedures in the electronic medical records, and perform and record visual acuities, color vision, stereopsis test, auto refractometer readings, and blood pressure as directed by the ophthalmologist.
  • Order new/replacement lenses based on prescription, handle patient questions during visits and via phone, and provide advice and resolve problems in consultation with the ophthalmologist.
  • Maintain, calibrate, clean, and sterilize ophthalmic instruments and equipment as indicated, and assist physicians in performing in-office ophthalmic procedures.
  • Transcribe physician's dictation into patient electronic medical record, as directed by the physician, according to local, state, and federal guidelines.
  • Monitor inventory of supplies and restock as necessary, ensure medication and treatment items are not expired, and educate patients on ocular conditions and ocular care.
Requirements
  • High School Diploma or GED.
  • Formal ophthalmic training preferred.
  • Some college coursework, preferably including basic anatomy and medical terminology courses, preferred.
  • Current Joint Commission on Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology (JCAHPO) certification as COA, COT, or CMOT, required within 12 months of hire.
Preferred Qualifications
  • One to two years' experience in an eye care environment.
  • Prior experience with ophthalmic testing and scribing.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills, customer service, organization ability, time management, and the ability to effectively prioritize work.
Working Conditions

This is a fast-paced, high-volume work environment that requires strong attention to detail and documentation skills. Proficiency with computer use, especially an electronic medical record, is required.

We offer a competitive hourly rate of $24.50-$29.00 per hour and a comprehensive benefits package. If you are a motivated and detail-oriented individual who is passionate about providing exceptional patient care, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.



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