Ophthalmology Tech

About Our Company

We're a physician-led, patient-centric network committed to simplifying health care and bringing a more connected kind of care.

Our primary, multispecialty, and urgent care providers serve millions of patients in traditional practices, patients' homes and virtually through VillageMD and our operating companies Village Medical, Village Medical at Home, Summit Health, CityMD, and Starling Physicians.

When you join our team, you become part of a compassionate community of people who work hard every day to make health care better for all. We are innovating value-based care and leveraging integrated applications, population insights and staffing expertise to ensure all patients have access to high-quality, connected care services that provide better outcomes at a reduced total cost of care.

Job Description

About Our Company

We're a physician-led, patient-centric network committed to simplifying health care and bringing a more connected kind of care.

Our primary, multispecialty, and urgent care providers serve millions of patients in traditional practices, patients' homes and virtually through VillageMD and our operating companies Village Medical, Village Medical at Home, Summit Health, CityMD, and Starling Physicians.

When you join our team, you become part of a compassionate community of people who work hard every day to make health care better for all. We are innovating value-based care and leveraging integrated applications, population insights and staffing expertise to ensure all patients have access to high-quality, connected care services that provide better outcomes at a reduced total cost of care.

Job Description

We are hiring at Starling Physicians, a VillageMD company!

Essential Functions/Responsibilities

• Independently performs specialized testing procedures appropriate to specialty. Perform diagnostic clinical photography and digital imaging to support physician to arrive at a diagnosis and to prescribe treatment.

• Performs preliminary screening examination for physician review. Reviews patient's chart, patient's condition, and physician's notes to plan and determine method of testing and positions patients.

• Sets up, operates, and maintains equipment to conduct tests and procedures appropriate to specialty. Assists patients in transfers to/from wheelchair, stretcher, exam tables, etc.

• Provides information to patients concerning specific tests and procedures. Reads and interprets obtained images. Records test results. Identifies and reports abnormalities.

• Coordinates processing of slides and film. Instructs and acts as a source of information on testing techniques, procedures, and equipment operation.

• Assisting the physician with basic patient care and medical procedures set-ups

• Analyzes and compiles patient information.

• Creates visual aids for lecture presentations and publications.

• Communicating with patients, pharmacies, and physicians over the phone under physician guidance

• Reports equipment problems and acts as a liaison with repair personnel.

• Maintains quality control checks and log service records. Orders and maintains inventory of supplies. Maintains disposal inventory per department protocol regarding date of use/disposal. 9. Performs additional functions related to clinical activities.

• Assist with training and acclimation of new hire scribes

• Qualifications

• A High School Degree or GED

• Ophthalmic Assistant Certification by JCAHPO or Certified Ophthalmic Technician (COT).

• Friendly and professional with excellent bedside manner

• Computer and typing skills are required - minimum of 45 wpm

• Flexible with full-time work schedule including rotating weekends

• Passion for helping others in an outpatient setting

• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal skills

• High attention to detail and being able to work in a team environment

• Experience in any service industry a plus

• Must exhibit passion for outstanding results and compassion for those we work with and serve

• Ability to commute to satellite offices as needed, required

• Bilingual language skills required or preferred based on-site location

Environmental Risks

• Allergens: dust, mold and/or pollen

• Combative patients/visitors

About Our Commitment

Total Rewards at VillageMD

Our team members are essential to our mission to reshape healthcare through the power of connection. VillageMD highly values the critical role that health and wellness play in the lives of our team members and their families. Participation in VillageMD's benefit platform includes Medical, Dental, Life, Disability, Vision, FSA coverages and a 401k savings plan.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Our Company provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to, and does not discriminate on the basis of, race, color, religion, creed, gender/sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression (including transgender status), national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, military status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Safety Disclaimer

Our Company cares about the safety of our employees and applicants. Our Company does not use chat rooms for job searches or communications. Our Company will never request personal information via informal chat platforms or unsecure email. Our Company will never ask for money or an exchange of money, banking or other personal information prior to the in-person interview. Be aware of potential scams while job seeking. Interviews are conducted at select Our Company locations during regular business hours only. For information on job scams, visit, https://www.consumer.ftc.gov/JobScams or file a complaint at https://www.ftccomplaintassistant.gov/.