Certified Ophthalmic Assistant

Emory • Atlanta, GA

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About The Position

The Certified Ophthalmic Assistant works within a specific section of the Ophthalmology clinic and reports to a Supervisor of Ophthalmic Operations. The position requires customer service skills, excellent interpersonal and communication skills, and independent decision-making. The assistant performs ophthalmic testing and procedures, supports clinical and office operations, prepares patients and equipment, and provides post-operative education. Other related duties may be assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or general education degree.
• At least one year of experience in an Ophthalmology practice.
• JCAHPO ophthalmic certification (COA, COT, or COMT).
• BLS certification in accordance with the American Heart Association.
• Customer service skills, excellent interpersonal and communication skills, and a degree of independent decision-making.

Responsibilities

• Obtain and document patient history and determine visual acuity.
• Perform automated and manual refraction for diagnostic purposes, basic lensometry, pupillary assessment, visual field testing, PAM, basic ocular motility assessment, manual and automated keratometry, and osmolarity testing.
• Administer eye drops, ointments, and irrigating solutions as ordered by a physician.
• Enter data into the EMR and provide patient services.
• Measure intraocular pressure using tonometry and prepare patients for surgery.
• Maintain equipment and instruments; perform ocular imaging, including OCT, topography, and fundus photography.
• Prepare surgical instruments and equipment and use aseptic technique.
• Provide post-operative education.
• Perform other related duties as required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED