Cherry Health
Healthcare
OptometricTechnician
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“Optometric Technician at Cherry Health. Skills: Patient pre-testing, Electronic health records, Intraocular pressure measurement. Assist Doctor of Optometry. Obtain patient history”
Industry & Context.
organization and problem-solving skills
Ability to perform essential duties within 6 months, Ability to travel to other sites, Standing: More than ⅓ of time, Sitting: More than ⅓ of time, Independently mobile, Grasping: More than ⅓ of time, Finger use: More than ⅓ of time, Repetitive hand or body motions: More than ⅓ of time, Vision requirements, Hearing: More than ⅓ of time, Speaking: More than ⅓ of time, Use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), Indoor, office environment, Exposure to blood, bodily fluids, Exposure to patients/clients with illness or infection, Travel to other sites: Required, Uniform: Scrubs & nonskid shoes: Required, Direct interaction with patients/clients: Required
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
CPR certification
Nice to Have
Ophthalmic or Medical Assistant experience, Bilingual (Spanish), Ability to travel to other sites
What You'll Do.
Assist Doctor of Optometry
Obtain patient history
Perform patient pre-testing
Measure intraocular pressure
Administer diagnostic tests
Maintain electronic health records
Assist doctor with eye exam
Perform administrative tasks
Perform chart preparation
Adhere to compliance standards
Keep abreast of regulations
Assist with scheduling
Assist with phone calls
Maintain professional interaction
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Team-oriented with collaborative skills; Support the Cherry Health mission by encouraging teamwork
Communication Scope
Excellent communication skills
Full Job Description
[Welcome to Cherry Health - video about Cherry Health](http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PKL3RNJLG9g) **Schedule:** This is a full time, benefit eligible, position typically working Monday - Friday 7:45am to 5pm, with one late night until 7pm Tuesday or Thursday. Working onsite at our Heart of the City Health Center. Travel to other locations may be required. **OVERVIEW OF POSITION:** The primary responsibility of the Optometric Technician I is to assist the Doctor of Optometry in delivering comprehensive eye care. Must adhere to the Personnel Policies, Code of Ethics, and all licensing and accreditation standards of the position. Must represent the organization’s Mission and Key Values in all actions, communications, and representations with all contacts. **ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:** * Obtain patient history and chief complaint information. * Accurately and efficiently perform patient pre-testing, including visual acuity, color vision, depth perception, pupil testing, motilities, peripheral vision, and blood pressure. * Instill eye drops on patients using sterile techniques and explain side effects of drops. * Measure intraocular pressure using iCare or Tonopen. * Administer diagnostic tests such as automated visual field testing, optical coherence tomography, retinal photography, automated lensometry, etc. * Maintain accurate electronic health records. * Assist doctor with all aspects of the eye exam and any follow-up requested. * Facilitate referrals and schedule patients as needed for medical and surgical problems. * Perform administrative tasks such as filing, ordering supplies, recordkeeping, and other administrative duties. * Perform chart preparation to ensure that a patient is due or eligible for an eye exam. * Understand and adhere to CH’s compliance standards as they appear in CH’s Corporate Compliance Policy, Code of Conduct, and Conflict of Interest Policy. * Keep abreast of all pertinent federal, state, and CH’s regulations, laws, and polici
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