Ophthalmic Assistant Float (36 hrs/wk)

Company: Springfield Clinic
Location: Springfield
Posted on: January 27, 2023

Job Description:

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

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• 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 and 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
  
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  • 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 two years of employment.
    
    Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
    
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    • 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

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