Ophthalmic Technologist

Responsibilities: Understand and manage patient workflow for maximum efficiency. Instill topical ophthalmic ointment/drops under the direction of the physician. Follow standard work to obtain patient medical history and confirm purpose of visit. Clean and setup rooms between patients; restock room supplies and medications as needed. Calibrate, maintain, and clean instruments and equipment per protocol. Perform basic vision tests according to standard work-up by exam type. Obtain vital signs according to protocol. Perform basic clinical eye testing including tonometry, color vision testing, stereo vision testing, refraction, and pachymetry. Perform diagnostic eye testing depending upon training, including visual field testing, optical coherence tomography, IOL master biometry, topography, autorefraction, auto-lensometry, optos, and fluorescein angiography testing. Assists with in-office procedures including injections and lasers, including set up and clean up according to protocol. Instruct patients regarding insertion and removal techniques and care for contact lenses. Maintain working knowledge of Ophthalmic procedural/diagnostic coding. Maintain working knowledge of Ophthalmic anatomy and physiology, pharmacology, ocular mobility, clinical optics and contact lenses. Travel to outreach areas with provider, time and mileage reimbursed. Other duties as assigned. Educates patient per physician and/or department protocol. Performs scribe duties while physician examines patient, entering data into electronic medical record according to standard work. Manages Epic in-basket, prescription refill requests and other practice management duties in a timely manner.

Qualifications: JCAHPO certification as a Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA), Certified Nursing Assistant or Medical Assistant-Certified. Required to maintain active Medical Assistant Registered licensure with Washington State Department of Health (apply upon hire, paid by department).Required to maintain active Surgical Technologist licensure with Washington State Department of Health (apply upon hire, paid by department).Required to maintain active Basic Life Support (CPR) certification. Keyboarding speed of at least 40 WPM.Demonstrated ability to perform the essential skills listed under job function. Intermediate knowledge of medical terminology. Skills in organization, time management, and problem-solving.