Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (JWT)

Houston Eye Associates-posted about 7 hours ago
Full-time • Entry Level
Onsite • Houston, TX
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Contributes to the organization by working closely with the ophthalmologist to perform basic, advance, and complex preliminary tests and measurements of the eyes. The OA generally meets with the patient before the Ophthalmologist to obtain medical history and prepare the patient for the examination.

  • Responsible for properly stocking, preparing, and maintaining the cleanliness of exam rooms during clinic.
  • Reviews patient chart for accuracy of information.
  • Prepare patients for physicians exam. Perform tests based on the specific reasons for the visit and physicians preference.
  • Assists with in-office procedures.
  • Prepare and ensure all consent forms are complete and accurate prior to in-office procedures. Prepares and cleans room after procedure.
  • Administer topical ophthalmic or oral medications under the direction of the physician.
  • May act as scribe to assist physicians with entering exam information into electronic record. Order diagnostic tests electronically and submit prescription refills approved by physician.
  • Assists with preparing letters to patients and referring physicians.
  • Assists with diagnostic testing.
  • Follow-up on diagnostic tests when directed by physician.
  • Schedule, reschedule, and cancel appointments.
  • Assists in training of other ophthalmic assistants.
  • Must meet and adhere to HEAs policies and procedures, uphold to the highest ethical principles and patient confidentiality. Complies with all State and Federal regulations.
  • Other duties as assigned based on business operational needs.
  • Visual Assessment
  • Visual Field Testing (CVF, Amsler Grid, HVF)
  • Pupil Assessment
  • Tonometry (iCare, Goldmann Applanation, and Tonopen)
  • Keratometry (manual and automated)
  • Ocular Motility Testing
  • Lensometry (Manual and automated)
  • Refraction (utilizing phoroptor, duochrome, fogging, Prince rule, trial frame)
  • Retinoscopy and Refinement (at the COT and COMT level)
  • Basic Contact Lens knowledge
  • Ophthalmic Coding
  • Scribing
  • High School Diploma or GED equivalent preferred
  • Basic Life Support (BLS). Ophthalmic Assistant Certification
  • Minimum 1-2 years experience working with ophthalmologist
  • Bilingual Spanish required.
  • BAT
  • Basic slit lamp examination and angle/anterior chamber evaluation (use of lighting, filters, and stains)
  • Pachymetry
  • Tear Osmolarity
  • Quickvue Adenovirus
  • InflammaDry
  • Color Vision
  • Stereo Vision
  • Maddox Rod
  • Continuing Education including JCAHPO & ABOC
  • Holidays & Paid Time Off
  • Bereavement Leave
  • Medical
  • Dental
  • 401(K)
  • Free Life Insurance & LTD
  • Eye Care Benefits & Optical Discounts
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