Medical Assistant or Ophthalmic Technician (Certified) or Ophthalmic Technician | Ophthalmology Clinic

Location: Avera Queen of Peace Hospital

Pay Range: $19.25 - $28.00

Position Highlights: Ophthalmic Technician $19.25-26.75 Ophthalmic Technician $20.00-28.00 Medical Assistant - $20.00-28.00 Monday-Friday 8am-5pm; 80hrs/2wks You Belong at AveraBe part of a multidisciplinary team built with compassion and the goal of Moving Health Forward for you and our patients. Work where you You Will DoEnsures examination rooms are properly stocked, cleaned and that equipment is ready and in working order for daily use. Prepares paperwork/educational materials and medications, replacing outdated medications. Monitors refrigerator temperature for compliance. Administers topical medications or diagnostic drugs prescribed by physician for testing or treatment. Assists physician with office surgical procedures and arranges needed instruments for procedures prior to scheduled with ophthalmic surgery evaluations including appropriate work up, diagnostic testing and patient in ophthalmic diagnostic and treatment equipment including maintenance, weekly calibration, monthly paperwork, and paperwork following procedure, changing gas tanks, ordering supplies. Must be able to operate visual acuity monitors, applanation and contact tonometers, pachymeter, visual field testing, lensometer, manual keratometer, OCT, fundus camera and fluorescein angiography, automated refracter/keratometer, topographer/tomagrapher, IOL master, A-scan biometer, potential acuity meter, brightness acuity test, and slit lamp. Rooms and prepares patient, obtaining information: ophthalmic, medical, family and social history along with the patient concerns. Performs opening examination tests and prepares equipment for physician as needed. Proficient in using electronic health record for all aspects of the ophthalmic current knowledge of diagnostic coding and makes certain charges are completed accurately in collaboration with physician. Coordinates and manages clinic inventory in each lane. Contacts pharmacy reps when appropriate for refills. Logs sample medications per Avera clinical guidelines. Provides support for preparing charts for appointments, files charts and provides backup to areas where cross-trained. Essential Qualifications The individual must be able to work the hours specified. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job function satisfactorily including having visual acuity adequate to perform position duties and the ability to communicate effectively with others, hear, understand and distinguish speech and other sounds. These requirements and those listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the essential job functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions, as long as the accommodations do not cause undue hardship to the employer. Required Education, License/Certification, or Work Experience: High School or GED Equivalent Certified Ophthalmic Assistant - International Joint Commission on Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology (IJCAHPO) Upon Hire orCertified Ophthalmic Technician - International Joint Commission on Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology (IJCAHPO) Upon Hire orCertified Ophthalmic Medical Technologist (COMT) - International Joint Commission on Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology (IJCAHPO) Upon Hire Preferred Education, License/Certification, or Work Experience:1-3 years training in ophthalmic diagnostic and treatment procedures, including basic ophthalmic workup, diagnostic equipment, and ophthalmic surgery Expectations and Standards Commitment to the daily application of Avera's mission, vision, core values, and social principles to serve patients, their families, and our community. Promote Avera's values of compassion, hospitality, and stewardship. Uphold Avera's standards of Communication, Attitude, Responsiveness, and Engagement (CARE) with enthusiasm and sincerity. Maintain confidentiality. Work effectively in a team environment, coordinating work flow with other team members and ensuring a productive and efficient environment. Comply with safety principles, laws, regulations, and standards associated with, but not limited to, CMS, The Joint Commission, DHHS, and OSHA if applicable.