Certified Ophthalmic Assistant/Technician, Dr. Hopkins - Eye Physicians & Surgeons

Hattiesburg Clinic • Hattiesburg, MS

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About The Position

The Certified Ophthalmic Assistant/Technician (COA/T) performs various routine tasks and works effectively with other technicians and clinic personnel to provide efficient and effective services for the patients and physicians. The COA/T works daily with refractions, ascan, visual acuity, color testing, pupil evaluations, visual field testing, and dilation drops. The COA/T must have a clear understanding of ophthalmology terminology and have technical use of all instruments and equipment. The COA/T must also be able to make clear judgments regarding patient care and are required to assist and scribe the physician on all patients as needed.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent, required
• clear understanding of ophthalmology terminology
• technical use of all instruments and equipment
• able to make clear judgments regarding patient care

Nice To Haves

• Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (C.O.A.) certification or higher, preferred
• Experience in ophthalmology setting/clinic, preferred
• BLS/CPR certification, preferred

Responsibilities

• performs various routine tasks
• works effectively with other technicians and clinic personnel
• provides efficient and effective services for the patients and physicians
• works daily with refractions, ascan, visual acuity, color testing, pupil evaluations, visual field testing, and dilation drops
• assist and scribe the physician on all patients as needed

What This Job Offers

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