Ophthalmic Assistant

Compensation Range $18.00-$35.00/hr

Non-Exempt On-site Role; Rate is determined based on experience and certification(s)

POSITION SUMMARY
The Ophthalmic Assistant conducts measurements and tests that provide the Physician with the information needed to
arrive at a diagnosis and to prescribe treatment. The incumbent is responsible for appropriate documentation in compliance
with standards and provides excellent patient services

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Reviews patient charts to ensure completeness and accuracy of information.
• Takes an ocular and systemic history and accurately records visual acuity.
• Performs testing required by type of exam scheduled, patient complaint and history, including but not limited to
OCT, automated visual fields, photography, pachymetry, biometry.
• Performs lensometry, automated refractometry, slit lamp exam including applanation tonometry and anterior
chamber angle assessment, basic muscle balance testing, assesses pupils, confrontation visual fields and gross
external exam.
• Performs advanced ophthalmic procedures.
• Acts as scribe while the physician examines patients, entering data into electronic medical records or handwritten
in paper charts.
• Administers topical ophthalmic or oral medications.
• Assists ensuring office procedures are adhered to and required informed consent is obtained.
• Assists with patient education.
• Oversees patient flow throughout the day.
• Maintains cleanliness and orderliness of exam rooms during the workday.
• Complies with all practice procedures and protocols. Complies with all State and Federal regulations. Understands
and accepts responsibility to report potential or suspected errors to supervisor or Compliance Officer.
• Maintains a positive attitude consisting of cooperation, self-motivation, courtesy, and professionalism.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

Education: High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED). Bachelor's degree in relevant discipline
preferred.

E xperience:
OA1 Experience: 0-2 years of prior ophthalmic assistant experience
OAII Experience: 2+ years of prior ophthalmic assistant experience

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES
• Accountability - Ability to accept responsibility and account for his/her actions and work performed. Willing to
accept constructive feedback.
• Accuracy - Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly with attention to all details of a project or task.
• Adaptability - Ability to adapt to and facilitate change in the workplace.
• Communication - Ability to communicate effectively with others using good listening skills.
• Empathetic - Ability to appreciate and be sensitive to the feelings of patients and co-workers.
• Initiative - Ability to make decisions and take actions to solve a problem or reach a goal. Desire to excel,
attempting non-routine tasks.
• Judgment - Ability to make sound decisions using available information.
• Reliability - Can be relied upon to demonstrate reliability in attendance and punctuality.
• Team Player - The ability to work with others and independently for a common goal. Puts aside own individual
needs to work toward the larger group objective and reinforces the contribution of others.
• Relevant computer skills - Able to navigate between screens and accurately enter data.

WORK ENVIRONMENT
An office environment with a controlled atmosphere. Possible exposure to staff or patients with communicable diseases
and blood borne pathogens.

OTHER PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Vision (Near, Distance, Color, Peripheral, Depth Perception), normal range of hearing, ability to wear Personal Protective
Equipment (PPE) (gloves, face mask, eye shield, gown), standing for long periods of tim