About this role
The Ophthalmic Assistant is responsible for functioning as an assistant to an Ophthalmologist or Optometrist, providing basic direct patient care and performing pre-testing of patients. Job Relationships
• Reports directly to the Operations Manager. Principal Responsibilities
• Perform a variety of visual acuity testing, pupillary evaluation and diagnostic tests. Administer eye medications and irrigating solutions under the supervision of the Ophthalmologist or Optometrist. • Obtain basic medical history and chief complaint from patients including past ocular, medical, family and social history utilizing the Eye Institute's electronic medical record system. • Order ocular testing. • Perform basic diagnostic skills and testing, which may include: • Manual/auto lensometry, • VEP testing, • Pachymetry • Keratometry • Visual fields • Contact lens instruction • Tonometry • Fundus photography • Clean and stock exam rooms and nursing station. Complete order forms for replenishment of supplies. • Comply with the Springfield Clinic incident reporting policy and procedures. • Adhere to all OSHA and Springfield Clinic training & accomplishments as required per policy. • Provide excellent customer service and adhere to Springfield Clinic's Code of Conduct and Ethics Standards. • Perform other job duties as assigned. Education/Experience
• High school diploma required. Licenses/Certificates
• CPR certification per American Heart Association guidelines required within 30 days of hire. • Ability to take and pass a Certified Ophthalmic Assistant examination within the first 18 months of employment. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
• Possess general medical knowledge. A basic understanding of ocular anatomy and diseases, familiarity with ophthalmic medications, contact lenses and glasses preferred. • General knowledge of medical equipment and instrument maintenance and calibration. Working Environment
• Medical clinic environment. PHI/Privacy Level
• HIPAA1