Ophthalmology Assistant

Job Description: Performs preliminary examinations and evaluations of patients with ocular complaints, disease, or disorders by initiating and executing technical tests utilized exclusively in ophthalmology. Provides information to and consults with ophthalmologists.

Essential Job Duties

• Rooms patients and takes patient histories, HPI ≥4 components.
• Performs eye tests under Ophthalmology Quality Standards of Care, including vision screenings, manual refractions, and various diagnostic tests.
• Facilitates the workflow of patients when assigned various clinical/technician role(s).
• Anticipates the flow of patient traffic and helps other technicians perform various patient diagnostic testing.
• Facilitates prior authorization.
• Performs highly accurate manual refractions within a timely manner.
• Maintains proficiency in glaucoma testing, visual fields, fundus photos, refracting, and topography.
• Ensures accuracy and attention to detail while keeping ahead of patient flow and remaining flexible.
• Functions as the patient advocate by teaching and directing patients and clarifying ophthalmologist instructions per department protocol.
• Practices and maintains awareness of all safety precautions as outlined by OSHA and the CDC.
• Maintains supplies and equipment for department function, including inventory control.
• Actively participates in quality improvement initiatives, including CQI, TQM, Lean, and 100% participation.

Minimum Qualifications

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for healthcare providers.
• One year of experience as an ophthalmic technician, ophthalmic assistant, or optometric technician.
• Experience in cataract surgery counseling for patients considering cataract surgery.
• EMR experience.
• Possesses a level of computer literacy that ensures accuracy and timeliness when working with patients.
• Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills.
• Works well with coworkers and patients.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certification as a COA (Certified Ophthalmic Assistant).

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The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience.

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