Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) (UTHP Ophthalmology UCCH) (Recruitment Incentive - $1,500)

UT Health San Antonio•San Antonio, TX

About The Position

Under general supervision, the Certified Ophthalmic Assistant provides assistance with a variety of basic technical procedures and administers treatments as directed. The role performs routine, standardized tasks to prepare patients for examinations, assists during examinations, and helps maintain a steady and even flow of patients through the clinic.

Requirements

Demonstrated working knowledge of basic medical and eye anatomy, diseases, symptoms, and ocular medications.
Understand and adhere to proper sterile techniques.
Knowledge of standard medical abbreviations.
High school diploma or GED required.
Meet and maintain the minimum requirements for JCAHPO certification as a Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA).

Responsibilities

Perform basic ocular function tests, measure and record results, and evaluate pupils to assist the Ophthalmologist in treating and caring for patients.
Assist physicians with minor surgical procedures, including setting up the room.
Perform a variety of procedures and techniques.
Keep ophthalmic and surgical instruments clean, sterile, and operational.
Report missing or unserviceable equipment and maintain the appearance and stocking of supplies and forms in exam rooms.
Maintain related logs, including spore testing and refrigerator logs, and track instruments.
Perform efficient, accurate, and legible patient workups, including interviews and obtaining and documenting medical history, medication history, chief complaint, and other information relevant to patient treatment and care.
Administer eye and oral medications as directed.
Change dressings and instruct patients and/or parents on in-home care.
Understand, communicate, and follow rules regarding patient consent for procedures.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

UT SELECT medical insurance offered free for employees; family members may be added through payroll deduction.
Discounted copays and coinsurance when using UT Health Physicians.
Free group term life insurance and basic accidental death and dismemberment insurance, with options to purchase additional coverage.
Three dental insurance plan options through Delta Dental.
Two vision plan options through Superior Vision Services.
Disability insurance enrollment option.
Flexible spending accounts for qualifying dependent care and health care expenses.
Retirement plan eligibility through TRS or ORP, with voluntary retirement programs also available.
Front-loaded paid time off of 128 to 208 hours (16 to 26 days), based on years of service.
Extended illness bank accrual of 8 hours per month.
Paid family leave of up to 240 hours (6 weeks) after 6 months of consecutive employment.
12 paid holidays each year.
Discounts on services, tickets, and gym membership.