Role Description
Retinal Camera Operator - Eye Exam Specialist is primarily responsible for performing scheduled diabetic eye exams (retinal screenings) for members at the provider practice using imaging equipment supplied and trained on by the company. Travel to and from appointments is covered by the company.
Success in this role requires:
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Comfort operating specialized retinal imaging equipment (full training and camera provided)
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Strong attention to detail
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Willingness to travel daily to provider practices for scheduled eye exam appointments
This role will require up to 100% paid field travel in the Houston, TX area. Qualified candidates must reside locally.
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Working in a field-based role, traveling to provider practices and patient homes for scheduled eye exam appointments, while engaging virtually with team members, internal partners, customers, providers, payers, and care teams on non-appointment days.
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Traveling to provider practices on a scheduled appointment basis to perform diabetic eye exams (retinal screenings) using company-provided imaging equipment and supporting the closure of eye exam and related quality gaps.
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Completing company-provided training on retinal imaging equipment and eye exam procedures prior to conducting exams independently and maintaining competency through ongoing training as needed.
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Managing a daily eye exam appointment schedule, confirming appointments with practices and patients in advance, and coordinating travel logistics, with all mileage and travel expenses associated with eye exam visits being covered by the company.
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Building and maintaining strong working relationships with co-workers, customers, providers, payers, and care teams.
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Performing other duties as assigned to support quality improvement, reporting, patient outreach, and customer success.
Qualifications
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Willingness and ability to travel daily, up to 100%, to provider practices to perform scheduled eye exams; no prior eye exam or imaging experience required, as full training and equipment are provided by the company. Travel time is paid.
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Must have a valid driverβs license and reliable transportation.
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Associate degree or greater in a related field.
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Minimum of 1β3 years of experience in a healthcare setting.
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Knowledge of medical terminology, quality measures, medical billing, or coding.
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Proficiency using Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook, Teams, and multiple healthcare-related systems or applications.
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Strong verbal and written communication skills.
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Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to meet hard deadlines.
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Ability to collaborate effectively with management, co-workers, customers, providers, payers, and care teams.
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Ability to work independently in a remote environment.
Benefits
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Work from Home: Guidehealth is a fully remote company, providing you the flexibility to spend less time commuting and more time focusing on your professional goals and personal needs.
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Keep Health a Priority: We offer comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision plans to keep you covered.
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Plan for the Future: Our 401(k) plan includes a 3% employer match to your 6% contribution.
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Have Peace of Mind: We provide Life and Disability insurance for those "just in case" moments. Additionally, we offer voluntary Life options to keep you and your loved ones protected.
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Feel Supported When You Need It Most: Our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is here to help you through tough times.
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Take Time for Yourself: We offer paid time off plans helping you achieve work-life balance and meet your personal goals.
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Support Your New Family: Guidehealth offers paid parental leave to give you the time you need.
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Learn and Grow: Your professional growth is important to us. Guidehealth offers various resources dedicated to your learning and development to advance your career with us.