Certified Ophthalmic Assistant - Supplemental

Mayo Clinic•Rochester, MN

4d•$26 - $38

About The Position

Mayo Clinic is a top-ranked healthcare provider dedicated to putting patients first and investing in its employees with competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits. The Certified Ophthalmic Assistant plays a crucial role in direct patient care within the Department of Ophthalmology, performing a wide range of diagnostic tests and assisting with procedures. This role offers opportunities for continuing education and career advancement.

Requirements

High school degree or equivalent.
Certified as an Ophthalmic Assistant or Ophthalmic Technician through JCAHPO, or a Graduate of an accredited school of Ophthalmic Technology with an Associate’s degree in Ophthalmic Technology.
Strong refractometry skills.
Strong communication and organization skills.
Maturity and ability to function in a high-paced, multi-specialty Ophthalmology Department.
Basic computer knowledge.
JCAHPO (Joint Commission on Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology) certification as a Certified Ophthalmic Association (COA), Certified Ophthalmic Technician (COT), Certified Ophthalmic Medical Technologist (COMT), Certified Retinal Angiographer(CRA) or AOA (American Optometric Association) Certified Paraoptometric Assistant (CPOA) and Certified Paraoptometric Technician (CPOT) level.
Current CPR Certification.

Responsibilities

Perform visual acuity measurements, ocular motility measurements, retinoscopy, refractometry, lensometry, tonometry, pupil function tests, anterior chamber depth assessments, color vision tests, and visual field tests.
Conduct keratometry and contact lens fit assessments.
Assist with ocular examinations using slit-lamp biomicroscopy.
Record medical histories and provide patient education.
Administer medications and perform ancillary testing.
Assist with procedures.
Determine the most suitable testing methods for each patient.
Ensure the accuracy and applicability of collected data.