Certified Ophthalmic Assistant, Lexington, Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist
About The Position
This job qualifies for a $6,000 sign-on bonus, provided the candidate meets the eligibility requirements. The Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) performs preliminary screenings as ordered by a physician, including detailed patient medical/ocular histories, visual acuity, tonometry, lensometry, pupil exams, instilling ocular medication, and visual field testing. The role involves maintaining and cleaning ophthalmic exam lanes and equipment, ensuring exam rooms are stocked, and interacting professionally with patients, families, coworkers, and physicians while maintaining patient confidentiality. The COA participates in their own professional development by maintaining required competencies and continuing education hours to sustain certification according to JCAHPO guidelines and current CPR certification. Under physician direction, they may perform prescription refills following standard guidelines and perform other duties incidental to the work based on their certification level. The position requires excellent communication skills, computer proficiency (EMR preferred), a solid understanding of ophthalmic practice and instrumentation, and proficiency in basic preliminary ophthalmic testing. The ability to multitask efficiently, recognize safety hazards, withstand long periods of standing and walking, and work as a focused, organized team player are essential.
Requirements
- High School diploma or GED equivalent.
- Certification by the Joint Commission on Allied Health Personnel (JCAHPO) in Ophthalmology at the Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) level.
- CPR certification (American Heart Association OR American Red Cross) required.
- One year work experience, preferably in an eye-related field.
- Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Computer skills, work experience with Electronic Medical Record preferred.
- Solid understanding of ophthalmic practice and care of ophthalmic patients.
- Knowledge of ophthalmic instrumentation.
- Proficient in basic preliminary ophthalmic testing according to certification COA.
- Ability to multitask with efficiency.
- Understands the need for efficient use of time.
- Ability to recognize common safety hazards and take precautions to establish a safe work surrounding.
- Ability to withstand long periods of standing and walking.
- Focused and organized, always working as a team player.
Nice To Haves
- Previous work experience in ophthalmology preferred.
Responsibilities
- Performs preliminary screenings as ordered via physician including but not limited to providing detailed patient medical/ocular histories, obtaining visual acuity, tonometry, lensometry, pupil exam, instilling ocular medication, and visual field testing.
- Maintains assigned ophthalmic exam lanes/equipment in clinic. Cleans ophthalmic equipment in exam rooms according to guidelines. Maintains physical environment of exam rooms.
- Ensures exam room/lane are stocked appropriately.
- Interacts with patients/families, coworkers, and physicians in professional courteous manner always. Always maintain patient confidentiality. Always contributes to the positive atmosphere of the workplace.
- Participates in own professional development by maintaining required competencies, required continuing education hours to maintain certification according to JCAHPO guidelines. Maintains current CPR certification during employment.
- Under the direction of the physician may perform prescription refill following standard guidelines.
- Demonstrates dedication to patient service and care by serving as a role model in always delivering quality patient care.
- Performs other job duties incidental to the work described here in and based on Certification level.
Benefits
- Comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs
- Competitive compensation
- Generous retirement offerings
- Programs that invest in your career development
- Paid Time Off programs
- Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
- Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
- Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
- Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
- Educational Assistance Program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
