PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Optometric Assistant:
- Conduct preliminary eye examinations by gathering patient medical history, measuring visual acuity, performing lensometry, autorefraction/keratometry, pupils, extraocular motilities, confrontational visual fields, and intraocular pressure, and performing other diagnostic tests, such as color vision and stereopsis testing, as directed by the optometrist.
- Perform a variety of diagnostic tests such as visual field testing, retinal imaging, and ocular coherence tomography (OCT), as directed by the optometrist and obtain high quality images/test results and correctly upload them to the patient’s chart in the electronic health records (EHR). Troubleshoot errors with equipment or patient positioning as they arise.
- Ensure all equipment and instruments are properly cleaned, maintained, calibrated, and sterilized according to established protocols.
- Educate patients on proper eye care practices, including contact lens hygiene, and the importance of regular eye examinations in maintaining overall eye health.
- Accurately record patient information, examination results, and other pertinent data in electronic health records (EHR) systems.
- Provide administrative support such as scheduling appointments, managing incoming and outgoing referrals, patient correspondence, checking and maintaining drug and supply logs, updating EHR and equipment guides, and assisting with creation of patient education materials, and other projects as needed.
- Collaborate with optometrist during eye examinations, providing support and assistance as required.
- Adhere to all relevant healthcare regulations, including HIPAA, and maintain strict patient confidentiality at all times.
General Medical Assistant:
- Generate encounters’ for all medical visits and prepare all required forms.
- Schedule patient appointments, print appointment card and referrals.
- Provide administrative duties for patient care e.g. CIR immunization records (for all children) abnormal letters, no show letters, filling out CPE forms, immunization cards, fax prescriptions to pharmacy etc.
- Provide translation during patient visits.
- Perform vitals on patients according to visit type, including but not limited to BP , HR, Temperature. (Patients with asthma history may require PEF (Patient Expiration Flow.) (Patients with COPD history Pulse Oximeter).
- Obtain patients height and weight for each visit. Children need vision and hearing screening annually.
- Obtain social history (Audit C screening, Dast screening, language services, specific impairment) yearly on patient.
- Obtain Annual Comprehensive Assessment (Communication needs, Behaviors affecting health, Family characteristics, Health Literacy, Depression screening).
- Obtain Tobacco Use screening annually.
- Assist providers with the following procedures: EKG, labs, blood sugar reading, hemoglobin reading, pregnancy tests and urine dipsticks.
- Assist Nursing in the Assessment with vitals of those patients with no appointments according to guidelines.
- Open and close lab-Process all lab tests performed at center.
- Keep exam and lab room stocked and dispose expired supplies.
- Provide patient education including infections control instructions, use of glucometer and blood pressure machine, etc.
- Work as part of the clinical Population Health Teams to assist in patient compliance including but not limited to generation of letters, patient education, outreach to patients and work with team in monitoring QA outcomes.
- Assist with friendly hand off is provider refers patient to case manager or social work.
- Review Huddle sheets at beginning of each shift with provider and document within chief complaint and patient needs.
- Additionally duties as required by the Nurse Manager, Charge Nurse and Lead Medical Assistant.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Optometric Assistant:
- Conduct preliminary eye examinations by gathering patient medical history, measuring visual acuity, performing lensometry, autorefraction/keratometry, pupils, extraocular motilities, confrontational visual fields, and intraocular pressure, and performing other diagnostic tests, such as color vision and stereopsis testing, as directed by the optometrist.
- Perform a variety of diagnostic tests such as visual field testing, retinal imaging, and ocular coherence tomography (OCT), as directed by the optometrist and obtain high quality images/test results and correctly upload them to the patient’s chart in the electronic health records (EHR). Troubleshoot errors with equipment or patient positioning as they arise.
- Ensure all equipment and instruments are properly cleaned, maintained, calibrated, and sterilized according to established protocols.
- Educate patients on proper eye care practices, including contact lens hygiene, and the importance of regular eye examinations in maintaining overall eye health.
- Accurately record patient information, examination results, and other pertinent data in electronic health records (EHR) systems.
- Provide administrative support such as scheduling appointments, managing incoming and outgoing referrals, patient correspondence, checking and maintaining drug and supply logs, updating EHR and equipment guides, and assisting with creation of patient education materials, and other projects as needed.
- Collaborate with optometrist during eye examinations, providing support and assistance as required.
- Adhere to all relevant healthcare regulations, including HIPAA, and maintain strict patient confidentiality at all times.
General Medical Assistant:
- Generate encounters’ for all medical visits and prepare all required forms.
- Schedule patient appointments, print appointment card and referrals.
- Provide administrative duties for patient care e.g. CIR immunization records (for all children) abnormal letters, no show letters, filling out CPE forms, immunization cards, fax prescriptions to pharmacy etc.
- Provide translation during patient visits.
- Perform vitals on patients according to visit type, including but not limited to BP , HR, Temperature. (Patients with asthma history may require PEF (Patient Expiration Flow.) (Patients with COPD history Pulse Oximeter).
- Obtain patients height and weight for each visit. Children need vision and hearing screening annually.
- Obtain social history (Audit C screening, Dast screening, language services, specific impairment) yearly on patient.
- Obtain Annual Comprehensive Assessment (Communication needs, Behaviors affecting health, Family characteristics, Health Literacy, Depression screening).
- Obtain Tobacco Use screening annually.
- Assist providers with the following procedures: EKG, labs, blood sugar reading, hemoglobin reading, pregnancy tests and urine dipsticks.
- Assist Nursing in the Assessment with vitals of those patients with no appointments according to guidelines.
- Open and close lab-Process all lab tests performed at center.
- Keep exam and lab room stocked and dispose expired supplies.
- Provide patient education including infections control instructions, use of glucometer and blood pressure machine, etc.
- Work as part of the clinical Population Health Teams to assist in patient compliance including but not limited to generation of letters, patient education, outreach to patients and work with team in monitoring QA outcomes.
- Assist with friendly hand off is provider refers patient to case manager or social work.
- Review Huddle sheets at beginning of each shift with provider and document within chief complaint and patient needs.
- Additionally duties as required by the Nurse Manager, Charge Nurse and Lead Medical Assistant.
KNOWLEDGE, EDUCATION, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:
- High school diploma or equivalent;
- Medical Assistant Certification required; Optometric Technician Certification preferred.
- Previous experience working in an optometry or ophthalmology practice
- Bilingual English and Spanish required; Mandarin/Cantonese Chinese helpful but not required
- Proficient in conducting diagnostic tests and operating specialized eye care equipment.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to effectively interact with patients of all ages and backgrounds.
- Detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills.
- Punctual and reliable.
- Ability to work independently as well as closely with the optometrist in a fast-paced environment.
- Basic computer skills and familiarity with electronic health records (EHR) systems.
- Commitment to providing exceptional patient care and promoting a positive patient experience.
Pay: $22.00 - $25.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 403(b)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
