Ophthalmic Technician - Midwest Eye Center SC

Midwest Eye Center is searching for a patient focused, skilledOphthalmicTechnician or Optometric Technician for our offices in South Chicago - No nights, no major holidays, a robust benefits package, a team oriented working environment where you are heard and respected as well as clear career ladder opportunities. 

Our top candidates will bring at least one year of previous, verifiable Ophthalmic Technician or Optometric Technician experience

This is your opportunity to join one of the areas most recognized leaders in ophthalmology and optometry. Midwest Eye Center was established in 1974 in Calumet City. Since that time it has grown to be one of the largest and most trusted eye practices in the area. Our staff consists of ophthalmologists, optometrists, opticians and skilled medical professionals offering services ranging from basic eye exams to the most sophisticated testing and complicated surgical treatment of eye diseases. Our medical staff holds teaching and research positions in local universities and our facilities are state of the art and are at the cutting edge of technology.

We are committed to patient care, and making every interaction extraordinary while inspiring the complete confidence of our patients. Our employees contribute directly to the growth and success of our practices and take pride in being a member of our team. We strongly believe that the manner in which our patients and customers are treated by our employees is as important as the services provided by the doctor.

All of us at Midwest Eye Center are committed to inclusion and belonging. We believe today more than ever that creating an environment where everyone can bring their authentic selves to work and make it easy for others to do the same will benefit us all.  It isn’t speaking the words, but starts with a culture of caring, listening and service. We would thoroughly enjoy meeting with you and discussing our employment opportunities. For more information, please visit our webpage at www.midwesteyecenters.com.

Technicians are responsible for assisting the Ophthalmologist and/or Optometrist by documenting patient information into the Electronic Health Record as well as taking ocular measurements and administering treatment as allowed and ordered by the physician.

Responsibilities

• Initial work up of patients such as gathering chief complaint, ocular and systemic history, past family and social history and complete review of systems
• Measuring visual acuities, intraocular pressures, refraction, pachymetry and more
• Performing tests aimed at diagnosing ocular ailments, disorders, and other problems
• Assists with in-office procedures and injections ensuring proper informed consent is obtained
• Assists with patient education.
• Scribe in electronic medical records format to document the patient visit and examination
• Assist with stocking supplies, ensuring cleanliness of patient exams room or office and other administrative or clinical duties as assigned

• High school diploma or equivalent
• One year of previous experience as an optometric technician or ophthalmic technicians is required for consideration
• Strong organization with attention to detail
• Must have the ability to establish confidence and trust with patients 
• Must have the ability to remain calm and professional under pressure
• Provide excellent customer service and demonstrate excellent communication, telephone and grammar skills 
• Must have an empathetic and compassionate manner
• Ability to perform as part of a team as well as work independently 
• Demonstrated computer literacy

In Turn We Will Provide:

• Benefits to full time team members that include comprehensive medical, dental and optical coverage, 401K and short and long term disability
• Company paid life insurance
• Paid holidays and generous paid time off
• Paid parking where applicable
• Team oriented working environment where you are heard and respected
• Clear career ladder opportunities

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