Eye Care Partners Career Opportunities

Assist ophthalmologists with patient care, monitor vital signs, perform clinical procedures, and maintain medical records. | High school diploma or GED, related experience or training preferred, and proficiency in Microsoft Office; certification in ophthalmic assisting is a plus. | 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 www.eyecare-partners.com. Job Title: Ophthalmic Technician / Medical Assistant - PRN Company: Southgate Surgery Center Location: This position is located in Southgate, MI Hours: • PRN - you will work at least 1 day per week • Our center is open from Monday-Friday 6am-4pm • You may need to work a little earlier/later as needed SUMMARY An Ophthalmic Technician/Medical Assistant is a valuable asset to an Ophthalmologist as they assist in providing excellent patient care to the patients during their visit. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES • Assists in monitoring vital signs and transporting patients. • Maintains aseptic technique at all times. Observes for any break in technique. • Care properly for contaminated items. • Assists in stocking OR supplies. • Stocks and maintains adequate inventory of surgical supplies. • Checks equipment, such as sterilizer, refrigerator temperature, etc. each surgical day and documents on monthly log sheet. • Assists each area as requested. • Assists in pre-op assessment. • Discontinues Hep-Locks. • Assists in post-op instruction review with patient. • Acts under the direct supervision of the nurse. • Performs fingerstick blood sugar. • Documentation in medical record of results (i.e., BS, VS, etc.) • Assists physician during laser procedures. • Reports pertinent observation and reactions regarding patients to the nurses and/or physician. • Identifies patient and family teaching needs and initiates intervention to meet needs. • Maintains and promotes a positive, safe environment for patients and co-workers. • Assists with or initiates emergency measures for sudden adverse development in patient's condition. • Monitors levels of inventory in accordance with desired quantities. • Attends departmental meetings and in-service education and shows responsibility for own professional practice and on-going education. • Participates in economical utilization of supplies and medication, and ensures that equipment is maintained in a clean and safe manner. QUALIFICATIONS • Desire to gain industry knowledge and training • Demonstrates initiative in accomplishing practice goals • Ability to grow, adapt, and accept change • Consistently creates a positive work environment by being team-oriented and patient-focused • Ability to interact with all levels of employees in a courteous, professional manner at all times • Commitment to work over 40 hours to meet the needs of the business • Ability to work weekends when applicable • Reliable transportation that would allow employee to go to multiple work locations with minimal notice EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE • Minimum Required: High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required • Minimum Required: One year of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience LICENSES AND CREDENTIALS • Current Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) or Certified Ophthalmic Technician (COT) certification is preferred, but not required SYSTEMS AND TECHNOLOGY • Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS • This role requires a variety of physical activities to effectively perform essential job functions. The position involves frequent walking (75%), sitting (50%), and standing (50%), with regular bending, stooping, and reaching (25–50%). Employees must be able to lift, carry, push, and pull items up to 25 lbs. Strong fine motor skills and full use of hands are essential, as the role demands constant grasping, writing/typing, and use of technology. Visual and auditory acuity—including color, depth, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus—is required 100% of the time. Occasional driving or climbing may also be necessary. If you need assistance with this application, please contact (636) 227-2600. Please do not contact the office directly – only resumes submitted through this website will be considered. EyeCare Partners is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

The Triage Specialist receives calls not handled by the patient intake department, decides the appropriate course of action, and documents all activities in the patient record. They also act as an information desk for patients, providing guidance and scheduling appointments as needed. | A high school diploma is required along with at least one year of experience in an ophthalmic or optometric medical office. Candidates should have computer experience and customer service skills. | 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 www.eyecare-partners.com. Company: Cincinnati Eye Institute Job Title: Triage Specialist Department: Ophthalmology Reports To: Clinic Manager Location: Blue Ash, OH This is a work from home position. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Receive calls not handled by patient intake dept, decide appropriate course of action and/or speak directly with doctor, execute plan (i.e. make appointment, call in drops etc), document all activity in patient record. Notify patient of need to reschedule appointments; timely call back to all patient voice mails in triage mailbox. Act as information desk/patient guidance which includes but is not limited to providing information to patients with questions, providing directions, etc. Schedule return appointments. Daily monitoring of NextGen task basket. Process all pharmacy requests using e-Rx, obtain authorization, distribute sample drops and make proper documentation in patient record. Provide timely call back to all patient voice mails in triage mailbox Fax and electronically send items to pharmacy or physicians offices as requested. Follow up on all outside lab work, document received reports, present to doctor and contact patient per doctor request. Manage doctor to doctor calls, doctor to patient calls. Monitor schedules, including but not limited to cancellations and schedule changes per doctor request and follow up for patients to be rescheduled. Keep sample drug log in compliance with Ohio State Pharmacy Board requirements. Other duties as assigned. JOB QUALIFICATIONS To perform the job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty and responsibility satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodation. The requirements below are representative of the minimum knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties and responsibilities. EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE The minimum level of education required is high school graduate with computer experience. At least one year of ophthalmic/optometric medical office experience which utilized computer, telephone and customer service skills. Preferably, extensive ophthalmic/optometric experience. CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS Must receive or maintain OSC or higher licensure. Equipment: The equipment typically used in this position is a computer, fax, copier, printer, scanner and telephone. Must have good working knowledge of Word, Excel and Access. Other equipment may be used as needed. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment. If you need assistance with this application, please contact (636) 227-2600. Please do not contact the office directly – only resumes submitted through this website will be considered. EyeCare Partners is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.