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Thank you for your interest in the Retina Technician postion. This posting is part of our effort to build a pipeline of qualified candidates and does not represent a current job opening. EyeCare Services Partners, our parent company, is building the nation’s leading eye care services organization in both quality and scale. If a suitable opportunity matching your qualifications becomes available, we will contact you. To express your interest, please submit your resume through our career website.

Apply today and take the next step in your ophthalmology career!

This is your opportunity to join one of the areas most recognized leaders in ophthalmology and optometry. We are a nationally recognized leader in EMR and technology with an excellent clinical support team and dynamic leadership.  We are committed to customer service, 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 Hauser Ross Eye Institute 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.hauserrrosss.com.

The Retina Technician performs a range of duties which includes preparing the patient to see the physician by conducting a preliminary exam which includes collecting medical history and providing the appropriate testing. As a clinical technician, you will also prepare treatment/exam rooms, administer eye medications, clean and maintain ophthalmic instruments and assist physicians during in office procedures. In addition, responding to front office requests and working in partnership with all clinical office departments to promote a cooperative and supportive practice setting to positively impact the patient experience is expected.

• Establish rapport with patients through introduction
• Initiate patient evaluation, documenting the chief complaint, history of present illness, review of systems, and all pertinent ocular findings accurately and in accordance with compliance guidelines and clinic procedures
• Perform pre-exam testing which may include administering eye drop medication
• Perform retinal photography and diagnostic photography including fundus photos and fluorescein angiography as instructed by physician
• Create patient photo records, complete requests for prescription refills as authorized by physician, with full and appropriate patient chart documentation
• Educate patients regarding administration of medications and pre- and post-operative instructions as directed by physician
• Conduct inventory of ophthalmic supplies, including pharmaceuticals and instruments on a regular basis
• Assist with maintenance of clinical examination equipment
• Clean instruments in preparation for sterile processing
• Inspect instruments periodically for damage and following all office procedures to send and/or request for repairs and replacements
• Check temperature of medical refrigerator daily.
• Check expiration date and inventory of medications kept in refrigerator and replace, as necessary
• Open and close exam lanes daily, ensuring that equipment is wiped down and sanitized as per office guidelines, battery powered instruments are placed in re-charge wells, and equipment is powered off and covered
• Follow all safety procedures as per practice and company guidelines
• Scribing for ophthalmologist during exam may be required
• Set up exam area and prepare patients for retina injection
• Conduct all testing as requested by physician or required based on appointment type, including OCT Scans, fundus photos, and fluorescein angiography
• Perform additional testing as required which may include manual refractions with Epic or manual phoropter, and checking intraocular pressures with appropriate instruments
• Position may require the knowledge and ability to provide and/or assist with coding for services
• Must be willing to travel between locations to support clinic operations (only applicable for multi-location practices)
• Must be willing to work early mornings, late evenings, and weekends as required to support business needs
• Execute duties of position in a professional and courteous manner
• Handle sensitive information in a confidential manner
• Perform other tasks and duties as assigned

• High School diploma or equivalent required
• Achievement of ophthalmic certifications preferred (OSC, COA, and COT)
• Possess strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Well-organized, team-player with great attention to detail
• Demonstrate superior computer skills
• Highly energetic with positive attitude
• Must be able to walk and stand for eight hours
• Must be able to type or write legibly in a dimly lit setting
• Outstanding interpersonal skills as well as a neat and professional appearance
• Experience as an ophthalmic scribe or technician preferred
• Two + years performing as a retina technician preferred

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 parking where applicable
• Paid holidays and generous paid time off
• Team oriented working environment where you are heard and respected
• Clear career ladder opportunities
• Offered pay $20-$24/Per Hr.

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