Certified Ophthalmic Assistant

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Overview

Assists with patient flow through the eye clinic by monitoring patient arrivals and helping patients navigate through the clinic. Performs all clinical duties required of a Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) (see Key Responsibilities below). Follows established standards and procedures for exceptional patient care.

1. Demonstrate strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
2. Interact with patients at all levels of care in the ophthalmology clinic.
3. Recognize and comply with all national, local, and institutional regulations, policies, and procedures with regard to patient privacy and safety.
4. Prepare patients to see the eye care provider by performing comprehensive intake examinations. This includes (but is not limited to) collection and documentation of patient health and eye history, testing of visual acuity, visual fields, pupils, intraocular pressure, manual lensometry, manual and automated refraction (without prescribing), and administration of pharmacologic agents.
5. Prepare patient, room, supplies, and equipment for exams and procedures.
6. Inventory, cleaning, care, and maintenance of ophthalmic supplies, equipment, and exam rooms.
7. Contribute to the development and maintenance of policies and procedures for technical and clinical activities.
8. Assist fellow staff and physicians with daily tasks.
9. Accept training for advanced skills.
10. Maintain current certification status.
11. Perform other duties as requested.

• High School Diploma or equivalent required

Required Licensure/Certifications

• Area of Interest: Allied Health
• Pay Range: $21.19/Hr. - $32.85/Hr.
• FTE/Hours per pay period: 1.00 - 1.00 - 40 hrs/week
• Shift: Day
• Job ID: 40481

Dartmouth Health offers a total compensation package that includes a comprehensive selection of benefits. Our Core Benefits include medical, dental, vision and life insurance, short and long term disability, paid time off, and retirement plans. Click here for information on these benefits and more: Benefits | DHMC and Clinics Careers

Dartmouth Health is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

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