Ophthalmic Technician

EyeCare Partners is the nation’s leading provider of clinically integrated eye care. Our national network of over 300 ophthalmologists and 700 optometrists provides a lifetime of care to our patients with a mission to enhance vision, advance eye care and improve lives. Based in St. Louis, Missouri, over 650 ECP-affiliated practice locations provide care in 18 states and 80 markets, providing services that span the eye care continuum. For more information, visit www.eyecare-partners.com .

**This is a full-time, long-term position. Unfortunately, we cannot accommodate students who need to work part-time during the school year, or are only looking to work during their gap year.**

• Job Title: Ophthalmic Technician / Scribe
• Company: Vitreous Retina Macula Specialists of New Jersey
• Location: Millburn, NJ
• Travel: Travel to our other office in Somerset, NJ is required as needed. We do pay mileage reimbursement!

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 offices are open Monday-Friday 7:45am-7pm, Saturday 7:45am-1pm

You shifts will fall within these hours

You may need to work a little earlier/later as needed

You must have open availability to work any shift

Requirements:

High School Diploma or GED equivalent

Hands-on patient care experience is required!

Eyecare experience is preferred

Phlebotomy experience is preferred

Favorable result on Background Check

Basic computer skills

Strong customer service skills

Excitement to learn and grow

SUMMARY

An Ophthalmic Technician/Scribe is a valuable asset to an Ophthalmologist as they assist in providing excellent patient care to the patients during their visit. This employee will use ophthalmic techniques to perform preliminary work-up of patients in a clinic setting, scribe for Physicians and may also directly assist Physician(s) with examinations and treatment of patients.

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 patient’s time, as well as the Doctor’s time and schedule

Comply with all company policies and procedures, including HIPAA

Verify patient’s information by interviewing patient

Record patient’s medical history and current medications and confirm purpose of visit

Record all data in the patient's Electronic Medical Record (EMR)

Check condition of patient's 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

Demonstrates basic understanding of examination and procedure codes (ICD-9 codes) when inputting into the EMR system

Ensure that accurate procedure coding/charges for all procedures/drugs for all patients and correct diagnosis codes are used

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

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

Ability to interact with all levels of employees in a courteous, professional manner at all times

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

Hands-on patient care experience is required!

Minimum of one year of experience working as an Ophthalmology Technician in general ophthalmology and/or retina is preferred

Phlebotomy experience is preferred

LICENSES AND CREDENTIALS

Current Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) or Certified Ophthalmic Technician (COT) certification is preferred, but not required

Ophthalmic Scribe Certification (OSC) certification is preferred, but not required

Phlebotomy license is preferred, but not required

SYSTEMS AND TECHNOLOGY

Requires proficient keyboarding skills, use of Electronic Medical Record (EMR) and image management system

Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook

Computer proficiency and ability to quickly learn new applications

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

This role requires a variety of physical activities to effectively perform essential job functions. The position involves frequent walking (75%), sitting (50%), and standing (50%), with regular bending, stooping, and reaching (25–50%). 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 acuity - including color, depth, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus - is required 100% of the time. Occasional driving or climbing may also be necessary.

If you need assistance with this application, please contact (636) 227-2600. 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.