Ophthalmic Assistant

POSITION: Ophthalmic Assistant

REPORTS TO: Clinical Operations Supervisor

POSITION PURPOSE:

Deliver patient care in accordance with standards set forth by Clarus Eye Center. Prepare patients for eye examinations by physicians. Directly assist physicians in performance of clinical tasks

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible for patient work-ups. Tasks include, but are not limited to:

• History taking
• Refractometry
• Tonometry
• Contact lens verification/ over-refraction
• Intermediate diagnostic tests

• Responsible for scribing physician’s examination data. This includes but is not limited to:

• Intermediate knowledge of ocular anatomy and terminology
• Basic knowledge of correct coding criteria
• Intermediate knowledge of ophthalmic services and procedures

• Properly triage acute conditions in person or via phone conversation
• Assist physicians with minor procedures
• Assist physicians with advanced diagnostic procedures
• Other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

• A minimum of one-year experience in an ophthalmic practice.
• One-year full time experience as an ophthalmic assistant
• High School Diploma

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS:

• Strong technical proficiency and skills as outlined by the Joint Commission on Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology
• Demonstrate computer literacy
• Effective communication skills
• Ability to develop positive working relationships
• Adaptability
• Self confidence
• Patient Focused

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Requires sitting for long periods of time. Must be able to safely assist patients in wheelchairs and walkers.