Certified Orthoptist- Dr. McKee- SouthPark, Belmont

Certified Orthoptist - Dr. McKee - South Park, Belmont

Primary Objective
The Ophthalmic Technician provides clinical and administrative support to the Provider to collaboratively ensure the delivery of high quality, compassionate care to CEENTA’s patients.

• Greet and room patients.
• Obtain and document past medical and surgical histories, chief complaint, history of present illness (HPI) and vital signs.
• Reconcile and document patient medications and allergies in the EHR system.
• Perform preliminary ophthalmic work‑up, including Visual Assessment, Confrontational Visual Field Testing, Pupil Assessment, Tonometry, Keratometry, Ocular Motility Testing, Glare Testing, Refractometry, Pachymetry, Lensometry, Slit Lamp Examination, Ishihara (Color) Plate Testing, Stereo Testing, Amsler Grid, Schirmer Testing.
• Perform specialty testing such as OCT, Visual Fields, Topography, Biometry and Pentacam.
• Assist the Provider with patient examination, treatment and in‑office procedures as needed.
• Prepare and administer medications as directed by the Provider.
• Prepare and/or collect laboratory specimens.
• Act as a scribe as needed by the Provider.
• Explain treatment procedures and provide approved educational information to patients and their families.
• Respond to patient questions and prescription refill requests via phone or the EHR messaging system.
• Manage Provider schedule(s) in the EHR system, which includes scheduling patients for appointments and in‑office procedures.
• Schedule patient surgeries.
• Maintain applicable work queues in the EHR system.
• Index lab reports, procedure and office notes and outside documentation pertinent to patient care from the document management system to the EHR system.
• Perform clinical room turnover/set‑up and equipment sterilization.
• Maintain OSHA standards to ensure a sterilized and safe environment.
• Maintain stock of office, clinical and clinic‑specific supplies and order from appropriate vendor when needed.
• Assist with the training/onboarding of new staff and apprentices.
• Ability to meet the physical and mental demands of the position.
• Ability to work on‑site.
• Predictable, reliable, and prompt attendance.

• Maintain high precision in judgment, accuracy of assessment, and problem‑solving under stress.
• React calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
• Adapt to changes in the department.
• Exceptional oral and writing skills.
• Examine documents for accuracy and completeness.
• Identify problems.

• Clinical Knowledge – possess appropriate knowledge to provide safe, high‑quality care within the scope of practice and communicate patient information accurately.
• Patient Focus – make patients and their needs a primary focus; develop and sustain productive relationships.
• Building Patient Loyalty – effectively meet patient needs and take responsibility for satisfaction and loyalty.
• Communication – convey information clearly through various media to engage the audience.
• Energy – maintain high levels of activity, sustain long working hours when necessary, operate with vigor and determination.
• Attention to Detail – consider all aspects of the job, check processes accurately and remain watchful over time.

• Broad knowledge base of Ophthalmic practice; knowledge of acute practice based on skill level and scope of practice.
• Knowledge of examination and diagnostic procedures.
• Strong understanding of eye terminology, anatomy and best practices in effective flow of clinical services.
• Knowledge of medical equipment and instruments.
• All other duties as assigned.

Corporate Epic training, 6‑8 weeks of on‑the‑job training with current CEENTA staff and Operations Manager. Check‑ins and audits evaluate competency during and after completion of training based on specific role.

Our mission is to be the premier eye, ear, nose, and throat group providing comprehensive, quality, and ethical healthcare. The Certified Ophthalmic Technician directly impacts this mission by providing administrative and clinical support to the Providers.

High school diploma or equivalent required. Graduate of an ICA accredited clinical training…