POSITION: Ophthalmic Assistant
REPORTS TO: Clinical Manager
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
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:
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A minimum of one-year experience in an ophthalmic practice.
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One-year full time experience as an ophthalmic assistant
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High School Diploma
QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS:
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Strong technical proficiency and skills as outlined by the Joint Commission on Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology
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Demonstrate computer literacy
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Effective communication skills
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Ability to develop positive working relationships
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Adaptability
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Self confidence
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Patient Focused
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
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Responsible for patient work-ups. Tasks include, but are not limited to:
- History taking
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Refractometry
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Tonometry
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Contact lens verification/ over-refraction
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Intermediate diagnostic tests
- Responsible for scribing physician’s examination data. This includes but is not limited to:
- Intermediate knowledge of ocular anatomy and terminology
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Basic knowledge of correct coding criteria
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Intermediate knowledge of ophthalmic services and procedures
- Properly triage acute conditions in person or via phone conversation
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Assist physicians with minor procedures
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Assist physicians with advanced diagnostic procedures
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Other duties as assigned.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
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Requires sitting for long periods of time. Must be able to safely assist patients in wheelchairs and walkers.
