DescriptionOphthalmic Assistant (Certified) Full Time Days
Certified Ophthalmic Assistantprovides preliminary screening exam and ophthalmic diagnostic tests under the direct supervision of an ophthalmologist/optometrist providing pertinent information needed for ophthalmic exam and care of the patient.
POSITION HIGHLIGHTS:
- Full Time Days
- Located in Winston Salem North Carolina
- This job qualifies for a $6000 signon bonus provided the candidate meets the eligibility requirements. Clickhereto learn more
- Day 1 Health Coverage:Choose from either copay or HSAeligible health insurance options with coverage starting on your first day of work.
- Generous PTO:Accrual starts at 25 days/year to be used for vacations sickness holidays and personal matters.
- Retirement: Up to 7 employerpaid retirement contributions
MUST HAVE:
- High School diploma or GED equivalent.
- Certification by the Joint Commission on Allied Health Personnel (JCAHPO) in Ophthalmology at the Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) level.
- CPR certification (American Heart Association OR American Red Cross) required.
- One year work experience preferably in an eyerelated field.
NICE TO HAVE:
- Previous work experience in ophthalmology preferred.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Performs preliminary screenings as ordered via physician including but not limited to providing detailed patient medical/ocular histories obtaining visual acuity tonometry lensometry pupil exam instilling ocular medication and visual field testing.
- Maintains assigned ophthalmic exam lanes/equipment in clinic. Cleans ophthalmic equipment in exam rooms according to guidelines. Maintains physical environment of exam rooms.
- Ensures exam room/lane are stocked appropriately.
- Interacts with patients/families coworkers and physicians in professional courteous manner always. Always maintain patient confidentiality. Always contributes to the positive atmosphere of the workplace.
- Participates in own professional development by maintaining required competencies required continuing education hours to maintain certification according to JCAHPO guidelines. Maintains current CPR certification during employment.
- Under the direction of the physician may perform prescription refill following standard guidelines.
- Demonstrates dedication to patient service and care by serving as a role model in always delivering quality patient care.
- Performs other job duties incidental to the work described here in and based on Certification level.
SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS:
- Excellent oral written and interpersonal communication skills.
- Computer skills work experience with Electronic Medical Record preferred.
- Solid understanding of ophthalmic practice and care of ophthalmic patients.
- Knowledge of ophthalmic instrumentation.
- Proficient in basic preliminary ophthalmic testing according to certification COA.
- Ability to multitask with efficiency.
- Understands the need for efficient use of time.
- Ability to recognize common safety hazards and take precautions to establish a safe work surrounding.
- Ability to withstand long periods of standing and walking.
- Focused and organized always working as a team player.
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WORK ENVIRONMENT:
- Clean comfortable office environment.
- Moderate noise level.