Certified Ophthalmic Assistant - Atrius Health

UnitedHealth Group•Boston, MA

13d•$20 - $36•Onsite

About The Position

Explore opportunities with Atrius Health, part of the Optum family of businesses. We’re an innovative health care leader and multi-specialty group practice, delivering an effective, connected system of care for adult and pediatric patients at 28 practice locations in eastern Massachusetts. Our entire team of providers (physicians, PA/NPs and ancillary clinicians) works collaboratively with a value-based philosophy within our group practice as well as with hospitals, rehab and nursing facilities. Be part of our vision to transform care and improve lives by building trust, understanding and shared decision-making with every patient. Join us and discover the meaning behind Caring. Connecting. Growing together. Position Details: Location: Kenmore - 133 Brookline Ave, Boston Schedule: Monday-Friday 8:00-4:30pm Specialty: Ophthalmology As the Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA), you will perform duties of a clinical assistant/technician specializing in anatomy, function and diseases of the eye. Facilitates patient care by performing the preliminary work up of the patient, including obtaining all past medical records and performing preliminary eye function testing needed for the clinician to diagnose and treat eye conditions. Completes all of the basic testing and some of the more advanced visual testing required to support clinicians. Conducts diagnostic tests, measures and records vision and assesses pupillary and eye muscle function.

Requirements

Willingness to obtain Certification as an Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) by the Joint Commission on Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology (JCAHPO) within two years from the date of hire
General medical knowledge and be proficient in history taking
Knowledge of basic visual testing and diagnostic procedures, including pupillary measurement, visual acuity, extraocular muscle assessment, confrontation visual field testing, auto lensometry, auto refraction, Tonopen and/or iCare intraocular pressure measurement, as well as basic Slit lamp skills such as Goldmann tonometry and anterior chamber angle assessment
Computer experience required with the ability to use word processing and spreadsheet programs. Electronic medical record (EMR) experience and/or aptitude to master the EMR based on other technology experience
Ability to travel between locations may be required based on business need

Nice To Haves

Certification as an Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) by the Joint Commission on Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology (JCAHPO) as indicated by the most recent certification requirements for positions within Ophthalmology or by the National Contact Lens Examiners (NCLE) as contact lens technician for positions within Optometry
American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS)
Manifest refraction, manual Lensometry, manual Keratometry, Ascans (automated biometry and/or immersion), OCT Scans, Humphrey visual field machine, brightness acuity test, instrument sterilization procedures
Experience in ophthalmic triage protocols and safety measures
Ophthalmic Scribe experience
Knowledge and proficiency in ophthalmic procedures such as Laser, Intraocular Injections, Oculoplastic minor procedures

Responsibilities

Greets and escorts patients, gathers comprehensive medical, ocular, and social history, and documents in the EMR
Performs vision tests, vital signs, and a range of preliminary and specialized ophthalmic assessments (e.g., slit lamp, tonometry, OCT, visual fields)
Assists with minor surgical procedures, applies eye dressings, and ensures sterile technique and proper instrument handling
Operates, maintains, and troubleshoots ophthalmic equipment and lasers; ensures cleanliness and readiness of instruments
Instructs patients on medications and procedures; may rotate into administrative roles such as medical secretary duties