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NYC Health + Hospitals —New York, NY
- $65,438 a year
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- Paid holidays
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- Entry level
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
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- CPR Certification
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- Travel
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A Yamani, MD PC —Mount Vernon, NY
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- Vision insurance
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Ophthalmic Assistant-Level II

NYC Health + Hospitals -
New York, NY

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Job Details

Full-time
$65,438 a year

Benefits

Commuter assistance
Paid holidays
Health insurance
Pension plan
Union benefits
Employee discount
Loan forgiveness

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED

Full Job Description

About NYC Health + Hospitals

Harlem Hospital Center has been a bedrock of the Harlem community since 1887. The hospital provides a wide range of medical, surgical, diagnostic, therapeutic and family support services to the residents of Central Harlem, West Harlem, Washington Heights and Inwood. Harlem is the largest hospital in the area, capable of treating the most seriously ill. Harlem provides over 90 specialized ambulatory care services, dentistry and oral surgery, behavioral health services, and community substance abuse treatment.

At NYC Health + Hospitals, our mission is to deliver high quality care health services, without exception. Every employee takes a person-centered approach that exemplifies the ICARE values (Integrity, Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence) through empathic communication and partnerships between all persons.

Work Shifts

8:00 A.M – 4:00 P.M (35 hours)

Duties & Responsibilities

Purpose of Position:

Under direct supervision of an optometrist or ophthalmologist, assists in the diagnostic evaluation, management, treatment, education and care of patients. Performs a variety of ophthalmic diagnostic testing, measurement, screening and imaging procedures, related supportive services, ensuring patient safety, optimal utilization of resources, service delivery and compliance with NYC Health + Hospitals, setting to improve outcomes and patient experience. All personnel perform related work.

Examples of Typical Tasks:

Under supervision and in collaboration with the health care team, performs some of the duties described under Assignment Level I:

1. Initial intake to obtain medical, ocular and family history information, including chief complaint(s), past and present illness(es) or health problems, allergies and sensitivities, and medications.

2. Reviews patients’ histories and accurately documents information in the electronic medical record, following established guidelines for documentation and reporting.

3. Performs preliminary screening examinations and diagnostic testing, such as spectacle measuring, various specialized testing such as acuity, visual field, or color vision testing, ophthalmic imaging, using appropriate ophthalmic devices and methodologies, as directed.

4. Educates patients on proper preparation for eye-related testing and procedures, and proper eye care.

5. Prepares and maintains examination rooms; prepares patients for examination by obtaining vital signs, assists providers during examinations, as directed; and maintains office antisepsis.

6. Safely operates, calibrates, and inspects all job-related equipment; maintains cleanliness and order of equipment and supplies; assists with monitoring and inventory of equipment, stock, and supplies; and reports defective or damaged materials, equipment, and/or supplies to the area administrator.

7. Administers mydriatic, cycloplegic and anesthetic eye drops under the supervision of a licensed physician/optometrist in accordance with the standards and requirements of the New York State Education Department’s Office of the Professions.

8. Assists physicians and Nurses as directed; performs other related work, as assigned.

Also performs the following:

1. Performs assigned screening examinations and diagnostic testing, photography such as A-scans, corneal topography, automated keratometry, advanced ocular motility testing, pupillary assessment and lensometry, intraocular pressure, optical coherence tomography (OCT) tests, refractometry, retinoscopy, slit lamp examination and other clinical testing and ophthalmic imaging using appropriate ophthalmic devices, as directed.

2. Assists physicians with intraocular injections, surgical site identification, laser and other surgical procedures; orders lenses for surgical procedures; provides scrub assistance and performs eye irrigations and cleansing, as directed; and applies aseptic technique and follows universal precautions and infection control procedures.

3. Accurately documents and reconciles drug logs to ensure proper inventory control and secures all medications.

4. Assists in the training and orientation of new employees, as required.

5. Effectively communicates with patients, families, and the clinical team; effectively communicates with patients about procedures to be performed to offer reassurance; clearly communicates, orally and in writing, patient care activities and patient condition to appropriate parties.

Minimum Qualifications

For Assignment to Level II:
1. High School diploma or its educational equivalent; and
2. Two (2) years of relevant clinical ophthalmology experience performing tasks, as described in Levels, I and II
above; or
3. Holds a valid Certification as an Ophthalmic Technician (COT) issued by the IJCAHPO.

Benefits

NYC Health and Hospitals offers a competitive benefits package that includes:

Comprehensive Health Benefits for employees hired to work 20+ hrs. per week
Retirement Savings and Pension Plans
Paid Holidays and Vacation in accordance with employees' Collectively bargained contracts
Loan Forgiveness Programs for eligible employees
College tuition discounts and professional development opportunities
College Savings Program
Union Benefits for eligible titles
Multiple employee discounts programs
Commuter Benefits Programs

How To Apply

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