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Tower Health

Health system operating hospitals and providers

Ophthalmic Tech

Clinical Support & Patient AdministrationConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeNewtown, PA, USANo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

  • A high school diploma or GED is required, though relevant experience may be considered in lieu of education.
  • Relevant experience is required.
  • Certified Ophthalmic Assistant certification must be obtained within 12 months of hire.
  • The role requires computer skills, including use and navigation, and proficiency with Epic and Microsoft Office applications.
  • The role requires general clerical skills, medical terminology knowledge, collaborative and listening skills, multitasking, and service orientation.
  • The employee must maintain all competencies and complete trainings required for the role.
  • The scheduled start and end times require flexibility to meet the needs of the practice.

Responsibilities

  • Provide eye screening and diagnostic testing necessary to evaluate patients’ eye problems under the supervision of an ophthalmologist.
  • Schedule physician appointments, surgical procedures, and testing.
  • Schedule patient appointments and register patients in the NextGen system as backup to the front desk.
  • Schedule patient surgeries and ensure necessary paperwork, insurance referrals, and pre-certifications are obtained.
  • Act as the contact person for emergency room patients.
  • Provide administrative and clerical support as needed.
  • Copy, mail, and file correspondence to patients, referring physicians, and insurance companies in a timely manner.
  • Create forms for patient clinical needs.
  • Order clinical supplies and monitor par levels.
  • Maintain oversight of ophthalmology equipment.
  • Obtain quotes for capital purchases as required.
  • Work with the Practice Coordinator and Administrative Director to ensure equipment repairs and maintenance are completed on time.
  • Travel to other departments and satellite offices to provide support until work is performed only at the Bucks County office.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

About the Company

Tower Health

Health system operating hospitals and providers

Tower Health is a large health system in the Philadelphia region that runs four acute-care hospitals, a rehabilitation center, a health sciences school, and a broad provider network with over 1,100 physicians across 130 locations. It delivers a full range of medical services, from prevention and screenings to advanced surgeries and rehabilitation, supported by more than 10,000 team members and about 1,200 beds. Its approach centers on coordinated care across its hospitals and network to meet patients’ needs in multiple locations. What sets Tower Health apart is its size, breadth, and recognition: its hospitals have earned national awards for advanced care in areas like neurosurgery, stroke, cardiac and vascular surgery, trauma, hematology, and oncology. The company’s goal is to provide high-quality care and improve access for its roughly 2.5 million residents, continually expanding services and education through its hospital network and health science programs.

Company size
1,001-5,000
Company stage
Debt Financing
Total funding
$142M
Headquarters
West Reading, PA
Founded
1867

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