Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA)

CommonSpirit Health • Kirkland, WA

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health is seeking a Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) to provide comprehensive clinical and clerical support to Ophthalmologists/Optometrists, ensuring efficient practice operations. This role directly contributes to patient diagnosis through advanced ophthalmic testing and meticulous patient work-ups. The COA will manage patient greetings, histories, and vision testing, skillfully performing end-point refractions, pressure measurements, and a variety of advanced tests. Additionally, the COA will administer medications, educate patients, triage phone calls, and schedule appointments. Success in this role requires advanced proficiency in ophthalmic testing and patient support, exceptional attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and a compassionate, patient-focused approach in a dynamic clinical setting.

Requirements

• High School/GED required
• One (1) year working in an optometry or ophthalmology practice
• Working knowledge of anatomy, pharmacology, medical terminology, sterilization techniques, and basic eye care
• Understanding of ophthalmic testing and the use of ophthalmic instruments and equipment
• Basic skills in operating a computer and office equipment
• Strong interpersonal and customer relations skills
• Strong communication skills and organizational skills required
• JCAHPO Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) or Certified Ophthalmic Technician (COT) certification

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive clinical and clerical support to Ophthalmologists/Optometrists.
• Ensure efficient practice operations.
• Directly contribute to patient diagnosis through advanced ophthalmic testing and meticulous patient work-ups.
• Manage patient greetings, histories, and vision testing.
• Perform end-point refractions, pressure measurements, and a variety of advanced tests.
• Administer medications.
• Educate patients.
• Triage phone calls.
• Schedule appointments.
• Make chart documentation with entry into electronic medical record.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED