Pre-Test Technician

About this role

<div class="content-intro"><p><span class="ui-provider fz b c d e f g h i j k l m n o p q r s t u v w x y z ab ac ae af ag ah ai aj ak">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 <a class="fui-Link ___1eya986 f3rmtva f1ewtqcl fyind8e f1k6fduh f1w7gpdv fk6fouc fjoy568 figsok6 f1hu3pq6 f11qmguv f19f4twv f1tyq0we f1g0x7ka fhxju0i f1qch9an f1cnd47f fqv5qza f1vmzxwi f1o700av f13mvf36 f1cmlufx f9n3di6 f1ids18y f1tx3yz7 f1deo86v f1eh06m1 f1iescvh fhgqx19 f1olyrje f1p93eir f1nev41a f1h8hb77 f1x7u7e9 f10aw75t fsle3fq f17ae5zn" href="http://www.eyecare-partners.com/" target="_blank">www.eyecare-partners.com</a>.</span></p></div><p><strong><u>**This is a full-time, long-term position. Unfortunately, we cannot accommodate students looking for a summer job or that would need to work part-time during the school year.**<br></u><br></strong></p> <p><strong>Job Title: </strong>Pre-Test Technician <br><strong>Company: </strong>Ophthalmology Associates<br><strong>Location: </strong>Shrewsbury, MO (this position is 100% on-site)<br><br><br><strong>Perks:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Full Benefits Package - Medical, Vision, Dental and Life Insurance</li> <li>401k + Employer Matching</li> <li>Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays</li> <li>Paid Maternity Leave</li> <li>Eyecare certification reimbursement</li> <li>Competitive Base Pay</li> <li>Employee discounts<br><br></li> </ul> <p><strong>Hours:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Full Time</li> <li>Our offices are open on Monday-Friday 8am-5pm <ul> <li>You may need to work a little earlier/later as needed</li> </ul> </li> </ul> <p> </p> <hr> <p><strong>JOB SUMMARY<br></strong><br>A <strong>Pre-Test Technician </strong>is a valuable asset to an Ophthalmologist as they assist in providing excellent patient care to the patients during their visit. They are able to handle a wide range of duties while using equipment to perform the initial testing needed to prepare a patient for an exam with an Ophthalmologist.<br><br></p> <p><strong>ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES</strong></p> <ul> <li>Provide exceptional customer service during every patient encounter (in person or via phone)</li> <li>Display a professional attitude, greet patients promptly with a smile, and thank them when they leave</li> <li>Practice urgency at all times with patient’s time, as well as doctor’s time and schedule</li> <li>Comply with all company policies and procedures, including HIPAA</li> <li>Verify patient information by interviewing patient</li> <li>Record medical history, current medications and confirm purpose of visit</li> <li>Record all data in the patient's Electronic Medical Record (EMR)</li> <li>Check condition of patient's eyes by observing pupils, muscles, visual acuity, and extraocular movements</li> <li>Required skills include: dilation, refraction, pressures, and performing a variety of diagnostic tests including visual fields, OCT, GDX, IOL master, auto refractor and topography</li> <li>Demonstrates working knowledge of eye anatomy, diseases, symptoms and ocular medications</li> <li>Adheres to all safety policies and procedures in performing job duties and responsibilities while supporting a culture of high quality and great customer service.</li> <li>Performs other duties that may be necessary or in the best interest of the organization.<br><br></li> </ul> <p><strong>QUALIFICATIONS</strong></p> <ul> <li>Provides excellent patient care and is energetic and empathetic with patients</li> <li>Must comply with HIPAA confidentiality standards when communicating patient information</li> <li>Communication skills and the ability to coordinate and cooperate with all levels of employees in a courteous, professional manner at all times</li> <li>Organizational skills with focus on tracking patient care and improving patient flow</li> <li>Desire to gain industry knowledge and training</li> <li>Demonstrates initiative in accomplishing practice goals</li> <li>Ability to grow, adapt, and accept change</li> <li>Consistently creates a positive work environment by being team-oriented and patient-focused</li> <li>Commitment to work over 40 hours to meet the needs of the business</li> <li>Ability to work weekends when applicable</li> <li>Reliable transportation that would allow employee to go to multiple work locations with minimal notice</li> <li>Favorable result on background check required</li> <li>Must be able to provide proof of identity and right to work in the United States<strong><br><br></strong></li> </ul> <p><strong>EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE</strong></p> <ul> <li>Minimum Required: High school diploma or…