Certified Ophthalmic Assistant II
Certified Ophthalmic Assistant II
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Job Description
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Organization:
PAMFPalo Alto Medical Foundation PADPosition Overview:
Performs a variety of technical procedures that will require judgment and knowledge of sophisticated equipment. Assists in areas such as visual acuity testing. Performs more extensive ophthalmic care patient work ups including some advanced technical testing i.e. Functional Dexterity Test (FDT) contrast sensitivity IntraOcular Lens (IOL) Master pupil check angle checks pachymetry. Assists the ophthalmologist in performing minor surgical procedures greets and identifies patients takes a preliminary history and as needed performs visual fields dilates pupils and departmental duties to improve patient flow and department function.Job Description:
EDUCATION:
HS Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED)
CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE:
COACertified Ophthalmic Assistant
BLSBasic Life Support Healthcare Provider
TYPICAL EXPERIENCE:
1 year recent relevant experience
SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:
Knowledge of basic anatomy and physiology especially relating to the eye.
Knowledge of scope of practice of a Certified Ophthalmic Assistant.
Competency in basic Ophthalmic Assisting skills such as chart documentation taking vital signs preparing patients for exam performing ophthalmology testing.
Ability to efficiently operate Ophthalmology equipment.
Ability to establish priorities and coordinate work activities paying particular attention to detail.
Job Shift:
DaysSchedule:
Full TimeShift Hours:
8Days of the Week:
Friday Monday Thursday Tuesday WednesdayWeekend Requirements:
NoneBenefits:
YesUnions:
NoPosition Status:
NonExemptWeekly Hours:
40Employee Status:
RegularSutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.
Pay Range is $38.06 to $49.46 / hourThe salary range for this role may vary above or below the posted range as determined by location. This range has not been adjusted for any specific geographic differential applicable by area where the position may be filled. Compensation takes into account several factors including but not limited to a candidates experience education skills licensure and certifications department equity training and organizational needs. Base pay is just one piece of the total rewards program offered by Sutter Health. Eligible roles also qualify for a comprehensive benefits package.
Employment Type
Full-Time
