Bilingual Ophthalmic Assistant

American Vision Partners•Yuma, AZ

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About The Position

As a Bilingual Ophthalmic Assistant, you’ll prepare patients for examinations with the doctor by gathering medical information, performing preliminary tests, and taking measurements. You’ll provide high-quality care and an exceptional patient experience in a fast-paced, high-volume work environment. The role works a flexible Monday–Friday schedule.

Requirements

Bilingual in Spanish.
High school diploma or GED.
Detail-oriented, reliable, and able to multitask in a fast-paced, high-volume work environment.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Flexible schedule working Monday through Friday.

Nice To Haves

At least one year of ophthalmology experience is preferred.
COA or COT certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

Welcome patients and visitors with a positive, warm disposition.
Keep doctors’ rooms filled to support clinic patient flow.
Obtain patient histories through intake assessments and document findings in the EHR.
Perform visual acuity, auto-refraction, manual and automated lensometry, Goldmann and Tonopen tonometry, and keratometry tests.
Check pupils, extra-ocular muscles, and confrontational fields, and insert eye drops for dilation.
Run diagnostic tests such as Immersion A-scan, OCTs, and Visual Fields.
Administer color vision, depth perception, and Schirmer’s tear testing as needed.
Assist with minor office procedures, including lasers and excisions.
Educate patients about ophthalmic conditions and obtain consent for procedures and surgery.
Maintain exam rooms, including cleaning and sterilization as necessary.