Ophthalmic Assistant
3.
7 Rockwall, TX Rockwall, TX Estimated:
$32.
7K - $41.
5K a year Estimated:
$32.
7K - $41.
5K a year 13 hours ago 13 hours ago 13 hours ago POSITION SUMMARY The role of the Ophthalmic Assistant is to work relatively close with the clinic physicians to perform basic, advanced, and complex functions.
The Ophthalmic Assistant will document the patients medical record and to input any recommended treatment and/or procedures that may be performed by the doctor ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following:
Obtains accurate patient history Performs lensometry Performs diagnostic testing of the eye while having a basic understanding and knowledge of these tests such as HVF, HRT, IOLmaster, biopen and basic fundus photography Obtains accurate visual acuities with basic optics understanding Demonstrates ability to perform functional ocular measurements of the eye such as color vision testing, B AT testing, schirmer tests and Amsler grid tests Demonstrates ability to perform accurate and repeat able refractometry Administers topical ophthalmic medications Performs accurate tonometry by tonopen or applanation Maintains and sterilizes surgical instructions Assists physicians with the instillation of punctual plugs Verbalizes post operative instructions in a clear and professional manner to patients for any procedure performed at Key-Whitman Eye Center Understanding basic ocular pharmacology; names of meds and their uses MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES) Minimum 1 Year Medical/Ophthalmic Scribe experience preferred High School Diploma or GED Some college coursework or Associates degree preferred JCAHPO certification preferred CPR preferred Strong communication and interpersonal skill Able to think quickly and be attentive Be able to work in a fast paced, team environment Communicate effectively with patients, physicians and staff members Must demonstrate commitment to ongoing educations and uphold to the highest ethical principles of maintaining confidentiality Proficient in EMR and computer literacy Well organized and attentive to detail Proficiency in a second language highly desirable HIPAA knowledge and compliance PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions.
While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear.
The employee is regularly required to use hands or fingers, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls.
The employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; occasionally stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl; and reach with hands and arms.
The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds without supervision.
Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus.
The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate.
Obtains accurate patient history Performs lensometry Performs diagnostic testing of the eye while having a basic understanding and knowledge of these tests such as HVF, HRT, IOLmaster, biopen and basic fundus photography Obtains accurate visual acuities with basic optics understanding Demonstrates ability to perform functional ocular measurements of the eye such as color vision testing, B AT testing, schirmer tests and Amsler grid tests Demonstrates ability to perform accurate and repeat able refractometry Administers topical ophthalmic medications Performs accurate tonometry by tonopen or applanation Maintains and sterilizes surgical instructions Assists physicians with the instillation of punctual plugs Verbalizes post operative instructions in a clear and professional manner to patients for any procedure performed at Key-Whitman Eye Center Understanding basic ocular pharmacology; names of meds and their uses Minimum 1 Year Medical/Ophthalmic Scribe experience preferred High School Diploma or GED Some college coursework or Associates degree preferred JCAHPO certification preferred CPR preferred Strong communication and interpersonal skill Able to think quickly and be attentive Be able to work in a fast paced, team environment Communicate effectively with patients, physicians and staff members Must demonstrate commitment to ongoing educations and uphold to the highest ethical principles of maintaining confidentiality Proficient in EMR and computer literacy Well organized and attentive to detail Proficiency in a second language highly desirable HIPAA knowledge and compliance.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
7 Rockwall, TX Rockwall, TX Estimated:
$32.
7K - $41.
5K a year Estimated:
$32.
7K - $41.
5K a year 13 hours ago 13 hours ago 13 hours ago POSITION SUMMARY The role of the Ophthalmic Assistant is to work relatively close with the clinic physicians to perform basic, advanced, and complex functions.
The Ophthalmic Assistant will document the patients medical record and to input any recommended treatment and/or procedures that may be performed by the doctor ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following:
Obtains accurate patient history Performs lensometry Performs diagnostic testing of the eye while having a basic understanding and knowledge of these tests such as HVF, HRT, IOLmaster, biopen and basic fundus photography Obtains accurate visual acuities with basic optics understanding Demonstrates ability to perform functional ocular measurements of the eye such as color vision testing, B AT testing, schirmer tests and Amsler grid tests Demonstrates ability to perform accurate and repeat able refractometry Administers topical ophthalmic medications Performs accurate tonometry by tonopen or applanation Maintains and sterilizes surgical instructions Assists physicians with the instillation of punctual plugs Verbalizes post operative instructions in a clear and professional manner to patients for any procedure performed at Key-Whitman Eye Center Understanding basic ocular pharmacology; names of meds and their uses MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES) Minimum 1 Year Medical/Ophthalmic Scribe experience preferred High School Diploma or GED Some college coursework or Associates degree preferred JCAHPO certification preferred CPR preferred Strong communication and interpersonal skill Able to think quickly and be attentive Be able to work in a fast paced, team environment Communicate effectively with patients, physicians and staff members Must demonstrate commitment to ongoing educations and uphold to the highest ethical principles of maintaining confidentiality Proficient in EMR and computer literacy Well organized and attentive to detail Proficiency in a second language highly desirable HIPAA knowledge and compliance PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions.
While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear.
The employee is regularly required to use hands or fingers, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls.
The employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; occasionally stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl; and reach with hands and arms.
The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds without supervision.
Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus.
The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate.
Obtains accurate patient history Performs lensometry Performs diagnostic testing of the eye while having a basic understanding and knowledge of these tests such as HVF, HRT, IOLmaster, biopen and basic fundus photography Obtains accurate visual acuities with basic optics understanding Demonstrates ability to perform functional ocular measurements of the eye such as color vision testing, B AT testing, schirmer tests and Amsler grid tests Demonstrates ability to perform accurate and repeat able refractometry Administers topical ophthalmic medications Performs accurate tonometry by tonopen or applanation Maintains and sterilizes surgical instructions Assists physicians with the instillation of punctual plugs Verbalizes post operative instructions in a clear and professional manner to patients for any procedure performed at Key-Whitman Eye Center Understanding basic ocular pharmacology; names of meds and their uses Minimum 1 Year Medical/Ophthalmic Scribe experience preferred High School Diploma or GED Some college coursework or Associates degree preferred JCAHPO certification preferred CPR preferred Strong communication and interpersonal skill Able to think quickly and be attentive Be able to work in a fast paced, team environment Communicate effectively with patients, physicians and staff members Must demonstrate commitment to ongoing educations and uphold to the highest ethical principles of maintaining confidentiality Proficient in EMR and computer literacy Well organized and attentive to detail Proficiency in a second language highly desirable HIPAA knowledge and compliance.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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