Certified Ophthalmic Assistant
About The Position
For those who want to invent the future of health care, here's your opportunity. We're going beyond basic care to health programs integrated across the entire continuum of care. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together. The Certified Ophthalmic Assistant is responsible for providing assistance to Ophthalmologists, Optometrists and clinical staff with direct and indirect patient care, ensuring smooth work and patient flow within the department. You’ll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED
- COA certification or able to obtain within 18 months of hire
- Able to obtain BLS certification within 60 days of hire
- Eligible for Washington State Medical Assistant (MA-R) registration
- 1+ years experience in an eye care setting
Nice To Haves
- Experience in multiple subspecialties within Ophthalmology
- Knowledge of refraction process
Responsibilities
- Obtain initial patient assessment by recording pertinent medical history and charts procedures for medical records
- Performs and records visual acuities, color vision, stereopsis test, auto refractometer readings, refraction and intraocular pressure and other testing as directed by physician
- Coordinate physician activities and facilitate patient flow in the office
- Utilizes AIDET to greet patients, handles questions during visits, triages phone calls and schedule appointments
- Administers ocular medications under physician direction
- Under physician direction assist with treatments and minor surgical procedures as needed
- Maintain accurate and reliable medical records
- Complete patient billing. Complete and track referrals
- Work as a team member within the Ophthalmology department and with all other Optum departments
Benefits
- In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements).
- No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you’ll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives.
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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
5,001-10,000 employees
