Epic Technician

Overview

Katzen Eye Group is searching for a patient focused, skilled, full time Optometric Technician for our Rosedale, Md. office - No late evenings, no major holidays or Sundays, a robust benefits package, a team oriented working environment where you are heard and respected as well as clear career ladder opportunities. 

This is your opportunity to join one of the areas most recognized leaders in ophthalmology and optometry. Katzen Eye Group was established in 1968 in Baltimore. Since that time it has grown to be one of the largest and most trusted eye practices in Maryland. 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. 

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 Katzen Eye Group are committed to inclusion and diversity. We believe today more than ever; it isn’t speaking the words, but starts with a culture of service, caring and listening and we would throughly enjoy meeting with you and discussing our employment opportunities.

A Epic Technician is responsible for assisting the Ophthalmologist and Optometrist in the exam lane and to input data into the Electronic Health Record as well as administering treatment as allowed and ordered by the physician. 

If you don’t have all the skills listed below, don’t be discouraged. No resume paints a complete picture of a person. There is a good chance that you are more wonderful than you think. So please apply.

**Eyecare Services Partners will now only consider candidates who can verify prior to hire that they either have been fully vaccinated against the Covid 19 virus or have started the vaccine process by having their initial dose before starting in their new position and are committed to completing that process within 30 days of starting work. Exemptions for medical and religious concerns will be considered.

Responsibilities

Communication and Patient Care:

• Input exam date into electronic health record
• Assists doctor in exam lane
• Handle medication refill requests
• Type and send communications to patients and other healthcare providers
• Monitors patient flow, ensuring the physician exam rooms are always full after testing
• Escorts patients to front desk after exam

Administative:

• Ensures that exam rooms are tidied between patients, including cleaning sinks and sanitizing equipment
• Cleans all lenses used by doctors
• Monitors schedule to stay on-time of patient scheduling
• Billing and Coding is billed and ordered

Essential Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of medical and ophthalmic terminology
• Knowledge of EHR/Zeiss Forum
• Basic Computer Skills
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills
• Positive team member
• Strong organization with attention to detail
• Demonstrated computer literacy.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Two years experience in a healthcare setting preferred; ophthalmology 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 holidays and generous paid time off
• Paid parking where applicable
• Team oriented working environment where you are heard and respected
• Clear career ladder opportunities