Ophthalmic Assistant

Job description

Department: 02270 HC Specialty Center MOB 550 Redmond Rd - Ophthalmology Status: Full time Benefits Eligible: Yes Hou rs Per Week: 40 Schedule Details/Additional Information: M-F 8-5 Pay Range: $20.80 - $31.20 EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE: High School diploma or GED equivalent. One year work experience, preferably in eye-related field. Previous work experience in ophthalmology preferred. LICENSURE, CERTIFICATION, and/or REGISTRATION: Must acquire certification of Certified Ophthalmic Assistant within one year of employment in order to maintain employment. CPR certification. SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS: Excellent interpersonal skills Solid oral and written communication skills Computer skills, work experience with electronic medical record preferred - Performs basic preliminary testing including but not limited to obtaining visual acuity, lensometry, measure and record intraocular pressure using tonopen, administers topical eye medications per physician order in preparation for ophthalmic exam, obtains vital signs as needed documenting in EMR. - Records relevant detailed patient medical/ocular history, confirms allergies and updates medications. - Performs Automated Visual Field Testing. Demonstr...