Certified Ophthalmic Assistant/Technician, Dr. Lynn - Eye Physicians & Surgeons
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, a-scan, 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
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, a-scan, visual acuity, color testing, pupil evaluations, visual field testing, and dilation drops
- Understands ophthalmology terminology
- Technical use of all instruments and equipment
- Makes clear judgments regarding patient care
- Assists and scribes the physician on all patients as needed
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
