Ophthalmic Technician

About us

Levin Eye Care, LLC. is a growing eye care company located in Baltimore County, Anne Arundel County, Harford County and Carroll County, MD. We are customer-centric, collaborative, inclusive and our goal is to be the eye service of choice in our communities by focusing on the enhancement of vision and health for all we serve. We work for you and you come first!

Our work environment includes:

• Team Culture
• Competitive pay
• Great Benefits
• Modern office setting
• Growth opportunities
• Company perks
• On-the-job training

We are looking for an Ophthalmic Technician to help with the care for our patients and assist our doctors in our Ophthalmology locations. The right candidates will be the face of our company and will be key members of our clinic team, exhibiting our company's values of service and family-oriented care, while assisting our providers. Experience with Ophthalmology or Optometry is preferred, but will train the right candidate with any clinical experience. Bilingual in Spanish a Plus!

Responsibilities of the position include:

• Promptly and professionally assists the doctor in patient care
• Efficiently and accurately interviews patients and documents histories
• Performs technical workups, patient interviews and special testing
• Communicates with patients regarding follow-up care, surgeries, procedures, changes in schedule, symptoms, etc.
• Maintain and cleans all equipment; keep record and updated inventory of clinic supplies
• Returns phone calls to patients and pharmacies
• Assists in minor surgery
• Maintains patient confidentiality
• Accurately performs refractions, lensometry, keratometry, tonometry, visual fields, biometry, muscle testing, pupil exams, topography
• Prepares accurate billing documents utilizing ICD-10, CPT-4 coding and managed care plans
• Demonstrates ability to efficiently and accurately navigate Electronic Health Record (EHR)
• Provides management with insight and accurate oversight of the office practices and services
• Participates in service monitors and quality improvement programs
• Ability to travel among the various locations as needed based on organizational demands
• Conforms to all company policies and procedures including punctuality, attendance and dress code
• Any other reasonable duties and responsibilities as deemed appropriate and necessary by a supervisor to ensure the highest level of care for our patients and to support the success of the organization

Education Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Previous experience or training in this or similar position.
• Successful completion of Joint Commission on Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology Certified Ophthalmic Assistant requirements (or preparing for the COA exam)

Background Requirements

• Thorough understanding of ophthalmic practice and patient care preferred.
• Knowledge of medical instrumentation and its proper care and usage
• Ability to assess common safety hazards and take precautions to establish a safe work environment
• Ability to communicate with patients, coworkers and supervisor
• Willingness to help in all areas and understand the need for efficient use of time

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $19.00 - $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program

Work Location: In person