Certified Ophthalmic AssistantTechnician
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Job Location:
Syracuse, NY - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
Yesterday
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Job Summary:
The Certified Ophthalmic Assistant/Technician will be responsible for performing ophthalmic diagnostic testing (including patient work ups IOP checks visual acuity testing refraction keratometry A-scans visual fields. corneal topography ERGs OCTs IOL Master and more). Also includes maintenance of clinical and off site supplies and equipment assistance with scheduling activities. Greets patients directs patients and enters data registers patients discharges patients and schedules appointments. Performs chart prep assists with the referral process assists with authorizations and completion of all forms. Also other related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
Minimum one year experience in a healthcare setting Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) or Certified Ophthalmic Technician (COT) required. Candidates not already certified will be required to successfully complete and obtain certification as a Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) through Joint Commission of Allied Health Professionals in Ophthalmology (JCAHPO) within 18 months of hire. CPR certification required if not CPR certified must obtain within 6 months of appointment. Candidates who are not certified will be on a temporary appointment until certification is received.
Preferred Qualifications:
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) are encouraged to apply.
Work Days:
Monday - Friday varying hours between 7:30am-5:30pm
Message to Applicants:
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IC
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About Company
As the largest employer in Central NY, SUNY Upstate Medical University is improving the health of the community through education, research and health care.
