Optometric Technician

Welcome to Cherry Health - video about Cherry Health 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. This is a full-time, non-exempt, benefit eligible position. Typically working Monday - Friday, from 7:45am-5:00p. with one late night until 7pm on either Tuesday or Thursday.

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 policies as they currently exist and as they change or are modified. Perform other duties as assigned.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

FOR SCHOOL-LINKED PROGRAMS: Travel to and from schools. Set up and tear down school clinic. Assist with scheduling and/or check-in for students. Maintain accurate electronic health records. Assist with phone calls to classrooms and/or escort children. Maintain professional interaction with all school staff. Call parents as needed to set up follow-up appointments and/or explain ocular conditions. SKILLS / KNOWLEDGE / ABILITIES: Ability to multi-task. Basic computer literacy. Team-oriented with strong collaborative skills. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Strong organization and problem-solving skills. Excellent customer service skills.

Bilingual (Spanish) preferred but not required. Ability to travel to other sites as determined by business needs. Ability to perform essential duties & responsibilities within 6 months. KEY VALUES: Customer Service Collaboration Integrity Respect Professionalism Learning EDUCATION / LICENSES / CERTIFICATES: High School Diploma (or equivalent) required. CPR certification…

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