Ophthalmic Assistant

Ophthalmic AssistantAt American Vision Partners (AVP), we partner with the most respected ophthalmology practices in the country and integrate best-in-class management systems, operational infrastructure, and advanced technology to provide the highest quality patient care possible. Our practices include Barnet Dulaney Perkins Eye Center, Southwestern Eye Center, Retinal Consultants of Arizona, M&M Eye Institute, Abrams Eye Institute, Southwest Eye Institute, Aiello Eye Institute, Moretsky Cassidy Vision Correction, Wellish Vision Institute, West Texas Eye Associates and Vantage Eye Center. We are focused on building the nation's largest and most comprehensive eye care practices and currently operate more than 100 eye care centers in Arizona, New Mexico, Nevada, California and Texas – including 25 ambulatory surgical centers. At AVP we value teamwork, providing exceptional experiences, continuous improvement, financial strength, and hard work. We are committed to providing best-in-class patient care, pioneering research and technology, and most importantly, rewarding and recognizing our employees!OverviewAs an Ophthalmic Assistant, you'll be responsible for preparing the patient for the exam with the doctor. You'll gather important medical information from the patient, perform preliminary tests, and gather measurements while providing highest quality of care and an exceptional patient experience.ResponsibilitiesWelcomes patients and visitors with a positive, warm dispositionKeeps doctors' rooms filled to ensure clinic patient flowObtains patient histories through intake assessments, making note of findings in EHRPerforms visual acuity, auto-refraction, manual and automated lensometry, Goldmann and Tonopen tonometry tests and keratometry on patientsChecks pupils, extra-ocular muscles, confrontational fields and inserts eye drops for dilationRuns diagnostic tests such as Immersion A-scan, OCTs and Visual FieldsAdministers color vision, depth perception and Schirmer's tear testing as neededAssists in minor office procedures (lasers, excisions, etc.)Educates patients on ophthalmic conditions and consent for procedures and surgeryMaintains exam rooms, including cleaning/sterilization as necessaryQualificationsHigh School Diploma or GED requiredAt least 1-year of experience in Ophthalmology preferredCOA, COT is a plusDetail oriented; reliable and able to multi-task in a fast-paced, high-volume work environmentExcellent verbal and written communication skillsFlexible schedule working Monday-FridayBenefits & PerksYour health, happiness and your future matters! At AVP, we offer everything from medical and dental insurance, significant eye care discounts, child care assistance, pet insurance, continuing education funds, 401(k), paid holidays, PTO, Sick Time, opportunity for growth, and much more!