Ophthalmic Assistant (HA 2) Ophthalmology

Ophthalmology and Optometry Patient Work-Up Position

This position provides patient work-up for comprehensive Ophthalmology and Optometry including all sub-specialty/contact lens services.

This position required the ability to work in multiple locations in the Sacramento, Roseville, Folsom, and Davis areas based on clinic need. This individual must be able to work on (some) Saturday shifts, 08:00am-04:30pm and with a scheduled weekly late night. This position requires working alternating weekends and will adjust work schedule accordingly based on clinical needs and or operations.

Minimum Qualifications - For full consideration, applicants are encouraged to upload license and/or certification if required of the position.

• Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) Certification within twelve (12) months of hire.
• Completion of the Ophthalmic Medical Assisting course, an independent study course offered by the American Academy of Ophthalmology or JCAHPO, is to be completed within six (6) months of hire.
• Previous experience in similar field.
• Medical and Ophthalmic History Taking - Knowledge and skills to interview the patient in a courteous, caring manner. Knowledge to appreciate the vital aspects of the patient medical and ophthalmic history. Possesses the skill to take accurate history. Ability to document medications, allergies and to use pain scale. Ability to write in a legible, grammatically correct manner. Knowledge of correct spelling of ophthalmic terms and diagnosis.
• Visual Acuity - Knowledge and skills to assess all levels of visual acuity, in all age groups, utilizing the Snellen eye chart, near card, Fix and Follow, Hand movements and light perception.
• Visual Fields - Knowledge of the visual pathway and those disease processes that can create visual field defects. Ability to recognize and avoid artifact while recording.
• Stereopsis - Knowledge of binocular vision and the normal values on the Titmus stereopsis test. Ability to perform an accurate examination and to record it accordingly.
• Color Vision Test - Knowledge of normal color perception and the normal values they produce. Knowledge of optic nerve, retinal, and inherited color vision disorders. Ability to test and record with accuracy.
• Intraocular Pressure Measurement - Has knowledge of the principles of tonometry. Has knowledge of the anterior chamber, the aqueous fluid, and the drainage through the trabecular meshwork. Has an understanding of how intraocular pressure can rise when a disturbance or malfunction of these structures occur. Understands the risk of damage to the optic nerve and the resulting blindness that can occur when these structures are impacted.
• Alignment and Motility Examination - Knowledge of normal eye movement. Ability to recognize an abnormality by performing the nine gaze movements. Knowledge of strabismus in children and the procedures available to correct it and the importance of developing binocular vision in young children.
• Pupillary Examination - Knowledge of normal pupillary reaction.
• Lensometry - Knowledge of spherical, compound, and multifocal lenses. Ability to read all powers utilizing the AO/ or Marco lensometers.
• Administration of Topical Ophthalmic Drugs - Knowledge of ocular pharmacology, including mydriatics, cycloplegics, dyes, anesthetics, and lubricants. Knowledge of their action on the visual system and the possible side effects of allergic reaction that might occur.
• Contact Lens and Training - Ability to train soft contact lenses, RGP lens and specialty medically necessary scleral lens. Demonstrate, teach, and instructs patient on insertion and removal of contact lenses. Stresses the importance of clean hands, near sterile techniques and contact lens etiquettes. Educate patients on contact lens product care and using the appropriate solution.
• Pre-Operative Instructions - Organizational skills required to process paperwork for pre-operative patient visit. Ability to communicate process to patient clearly and concisely.
• Corneal Topography - Ability to capture corneal topography accurately and proficiently.
• OCT (Ocular Coherence Tomography) / OPTOS OCT - Knowledge to efficiently capture good scans with acceptable signal strengths of the optic nerve and macula.
• Tear Care Dry Eye Treatment - Knowledge and understanding of treatment. Able to help set up and power on device for patients undergoing dry eye treatment in office.

Key Responsibilities

• 95% - PATIENT WORK-UP AND VISUAL ASSESSMENT
• 5% - PRE-OPERATIVE PROCEDURES

Department Overview

The UC Davis Eye Center is an academic/clinical department consisting of approximately 26 clinical and research faculty, 8 optometrists, 15 residents and clinical fellows, 24 volunteer clinical faculty and 117 academic and staff personnel, with an annual budget of $22 million. The Department's goals and objectives are to achieve excellence in patient care, teaching, research and public service. Patient care must receive the highest priority with the best possible service in all areas of ophthalmologic care. In addition, the teaching of residents, medical students and postgraduate continuing medical education physicians, must be facilitated. PhDs and MDs are joined in mutual research efforts to seek new knowledge in the treatment and prevention of blinding eye disease. All of this is accomplished in the best working environment for all employees.

Position Information

• Salary or Pay Range: $27.93 - $34.74
• Salary Frequency: Hourly
• Salary Grade: 280
• UC Job Title: HOSP BLANK AST 2
• UC Job Code: 009252
• Number of Positions: 1
• Appointment Type: Staff: Career
• Percentage of Time: 100%
• Shift (Work Schedule): DAY, 8 hours, variable start
• Location: Ellison Ambulatory Care Center (HSP098) - Sacramento, CA
• Union Representation: EX-Patient Care Technical
• Benefits Eligible: Yes
• This position is 100% on-site

Benefits

Outstanding benefits and perks are among the many rewards of working for the University of California. UC Davis offers a full range of benefits, resources and programs to help you bring your best self to work, as well as to help you and your family achieve your health, wellness, financial and career goals.

• High quality and low-cost medical plans to choose from to fit your family's needs
• UC pays for dental and vision coverage for you and your family
• Retirement plans for eligible employees including Pension and other Retirement Saving Plans
• Supplemental insurance offered including additional life, short/long term disability, pet insurance, legal coverage, accident, critical illness and hospital indemnity
• Pregnancy and Parental Leave, Family & Medical Leave, Adoption Assistance and Pay for Family Care and Bonding for eligible employees
• Lactation Support Program and Family Care discounts and resources
• Employee Well-being resources and programming to support thriving in all aspects of employee's lives
• On-site Employee Assistance Program including access to free mental health services
• Generous amount of paid Holidays annually as outlined in the UC Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreements
• Paid Time Off/Vacation/Sick Time as outlined in the UC Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreements
• Continuing Education (CE) allowance and Staff Education Reimbursement Program for eligible employees
• Access to free professional development courses and learning opportunities for personal and professional growth
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer and Student Loan Debt Counseling Program for eligible employees

Physical Demands

• Standing - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Walking - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Sitting - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Lifting/Carrying 0-25 Lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Pushing/Pulling 0-25 Lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Bending/Stooping - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Squatting/Kneeling - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Twisting - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
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