Ophthalmic Technician
Core
Assist ophthalmologists in providing patient care, perform preliminary eye exams, scribe medical visits, and prepare patients for treatments in a clinic setting.
Role type
Ophthalmic Technician / Scribe
Builds
Patient care services and diagnostic data for ophthalmology practices
Domain
Healthcare / Ophthalmology
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
patient intake, EMR documentation, visual acuity testing, pupil observation, extraocular movement assessment, vital signs measurement, room preparation, supply management, ICD-9 coding basics, phlebotomy (preferred)
Preferred skills
COA or COT certification, Ophthalmic Scribe Certification, phlebotomy license, experience in general ophthalmology or retina
Technologies
Electronic Medical Record (EMR), image management systems, Microsoft Office Suite
Responsibilities
Greet patients and verify information, record medical history and medications, perform diagnostic tests (visual fields, OCT, GDX, IOL master, auto refractor, topography), scribe physician visits, prepare patients for procedures, clean and stock exam rooms, ensure accurate procedure coding and charges.
Seniority
Entry-level to Junior, hands-on IC