Certified ophthalmic assistant job description

We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Ophthalmic Assistant/Optometric Assistant Float! Service excellence is to be centered on patient care and patient relationships and is the responsibility of all employees. Teamwork is the norm and all employees will be held accountable to work as effective team members. The Certified Ophthalmic Assistant position will be working under the direction and supervision of the eye care provider. Accurate data gathering and accurate testing is expected. Clear and effective communication with team members and the provider is expected.

At HealthPartners, you'll find a culture where we live our values of excellence, compassion, integrity and most importantly, partnership. By working together, we will improve health and well-being, create exceptional experiences for those we serve and make care and coverage more affordable.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

* High school graduate or equivalent.
* Minimum of one year work experience in an eye care setting.
* Ophthalmic assistant certification by Joint Commission on Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology (JCHAPO) or paraoptometric assistant certification by the American Optometric Association (AOA) or ready for ophthalmic assistant or paraoptometric assistant certification by JCHAPO or AOA.
* If hired without certification, must register for and pass the JCHAPO ophthalmic assistant or AOA paraoptometric assistant certification test within 7 months of hire date.
* Must be professional, punctual, dependable and possess good communication skills. Must be able to interact with patients and staff in a courteous and cooperative manner.
* Proficiency with computers and keyboarding.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATION:

* Formal optometric assistant training from an accredited technical /vocational school.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENT:

Must possess manual dexterity and good vision. Must be self-mobile.

ACCOUNTABILITIES:

* Room patients for the eye care provider which includes:
* Record patient's presenting complaint/history, reconcile meds, document allergies.
* Obtain visual acuity, check pupils, motility, cover test and confrontation fields.
* Neutralize and record patient's eyeglass prescription.
* Perform stereo testing and color vision testing as indicated.
* Complete appropriate portion of the electronic medical record (EMR).
* Perform visual field testing/OCT/intraocular pressure measurements/pachymetry/photography.
* Triage patients - in clinic, on phone or inbox messages. Contact patients with test results. Arrange for consults and additional testing.
* Clean and maintain all surgical and ophthalmic instruments and exam rooms.
* Monitor and order supplies as needed.
* Assist with patient education.
* Set up and assist with minor surgery.
* Administer oral and ocular medications as directed by eye care provider.
* Provide contact lens training for insertion and removal/care of lenses.
* Place contact lens orders and stock trial sets; track and verify contact lens orders.
* Collect contact lens fees and contact lens service fees
* Perform any other duties as may be deemed necessary.

Join the Cleveland Clinic team where you will work next to talented caregivers and provide exceptional and highly ranked care to local, national, and international patients who travel to the Cole Eye Institute. The Cole Eye Institute currently has more than 20 locations across the greater Cleveland and Akron areas with plans for future growth. The Cole Eye Institute is among the world's most advanced eye centers and is consistently ranked in the top 10 in the nation by U.S. News & World Report. Cole Eye serves more than 330,000 patients annually - among the highest volumes in the nation. The Institute includes more than 140 staff physicians and researchers who diagnose, treat, and investigate all conditions of the eye, including macular degeneration, cataracts, glaucoma, and diabetic retinopathy.

The Cole Eye Institute is looking to hire a full-time Non-Certified Ophthalmic Assistant to provide world class care to patients in a compassionate, attentive, and efficient out-patient setting. Our Non-Certified Ophthalmic Assistant is an integral part of the ophthalmic caregiver team and strives to provide the best ophthalmic care possible to patients. They work under the supervision of ophthalmologists to obtain and document detailed patient histories as well as to perform a series of preliminary tests to aid the physician in diagnosing and treating patients.
Primary Duties include:

* Performing patient care, ophthalmic testing procedures and initial patient examinations in ophthalmic subspecialties as directed by physician or supervisor.

Ideal Candidate:

* Uses communication strategies to achieve desirable outcomes.
* Is empathetic to the needs and concerns of patients.
* Has a minimum of 1 year experience.
* Can work in a fast-paced environment and be an effective and positive member of our collaborative team.
* Is a detail-oriented professional, having excellent communication skills, a friendly and outgoing personality, and a willingness to learn.

Cleveland Clinic provides what matters most: career growth, delivering world-class care to our patients, continuous learning, exceptional benefits and working for an organization that offers many long-term career paths. Join us and experience a culture where opportunities to advance and the support to get there go hand-in-hand.

Responsibilities:

* Under direction of supervisor or physician receives and prepares patients for examination or treatment.
* May perform routine screening tests.
* Documents patient information in the patient medical record.
* Performs stocking, maintenance and other duties as assigned, including maintaining exam rooms, equipment and supplies.
* Other duties as assigned.

Education:

* High School Diploma.
* Knowledge of medical terminology.

Certifications:

* None required.

Complexity of Work:

* Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment, and the ability to work unsupervised or with minimal supervision.
* Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

Work Experience:

* Minimum of one year experience in an ophthalmic setting providing direct patient care.
* Additional formal education or training in ophthalmology may substitute for some or all of the stated experience.

Physical Requirements:

* Manual dexterity to operate office equipment and PC.
* Ability to lift and transport up to 25 pounds.
* May require extended periods of standing, walking or sitting.
* Visual acuity, including the ability to distinguish colors.

Personal Protective Equipment:

* Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.

As a patient-focused organization, University of Utah Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, diversity, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EO/AA

This position performs preliminary examinations and evaluations of patients with ocular complaints, diseases, or disorders by initiating and executing technical tests utilized exclusively in ophthalmology. The incumbent provides information to and consults with ophthalmologists who facilitate the diagnosis and eventual treatment of patients. This position may be required to access and administer medications within their scope of practice and according to State Law.

Corporate Overview: The University of Utah is a Level 1 Trauma Center and is nationally ranked and recognized for our academic research, quality standards and overall patient experience. Our five hospitals and eleven clinics provide excellence in our comprehensive services, medical advancement, and overall patient outcomes.
Responsibilities

* Performs successfully all of the essential functions of job code 7130, Ophthalmic Medical Specialist.
* Performs intermediate diagnostic tests such as intermediate manifest refractometry (fogging, balancing, near point refractometry, and trial framing), pachymetry, tear break up time test, intermediate lens skills including measuring base curve, vertex distance, and prism in glasses including progressive lenses.
* Performs intermediate automated visual fields for surgical assessment, including taped and untaped fields.
* Assists with other ophthalmic procedures including obtaining the consent of the patient and assisting with laser procedures, intraocular injections, and other minor office procedures.
* Makes decisions regarding which screening procedures and specialized tests should be applied to each patient based on symptoms as reported by the patient.
* Interprets the reliability and validity of test results and seeks additional guidance to ascertain the next appropriate treatment procedure.
* May perform IOL Master Scans and Contact A-scan.
* May assist in ophthalmic imaging, as needed, including anterior segment photography, external photography, fundus photography, HRT, GDX and OCT.
* May assist in patient flow, including scribing.
* May be responsible for floating between several different locations.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

* Ability to perform the essential functions of the job outlined above.
* Demonstrated human relations and effective communication skills.
* Ability to provide care appropriate to the population served.
* Ability to interpret the reliability and validity of test results.
* Demonstrated knowledge of the principles of life span growth and development.
* Ability to assess data regarding the patient's status and provide care as described in the department's policies and procedures manual.

Qualifications

Qualifications

Licenses Required

* Current RQI Healthcare Provider eCredential through the University of Utah Health RQI system. The eCredential is to be obtained within 30 days of hire.
* JCAHPO certification as an Ophthalmic Assistant (COA).
* Additional license requirements as determined by the hiring department.

Qualifications (Preferred)

Working Conditions and Physical Demands

Employee must be able to meet the following requirements with or without an accommodation.

* This position involves intermediate working conditions in a healthcare setting that may exert up to 50 pounds and may consistently require lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, or otherwise moving patients or objects, such as medical equipment, while providing patient care. Workers in this position may be exposed to infectious diseases and may be required to function around prisoners or behavioral health patients.

Physical Requirements

Non Indicated