Certified Ophthalmic Technician (COT), Certified Ophthalmic assistant (COA) or Non-Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (NCOA) - Storm Eye Institute
About The Position
Performs advanced medical history, checks patient's visual acuity, dilates patient's eyes. Performs basic slit-lamp exam, visual fields, color vision tests, lensometry, tonometry, keratometry, and refractometry. Assists with office surgical procedures. Maintains complete and accurate information in the patient's medical record. Prepares and maintains exam rooms to ensure they are adequately stocked with supplies and that all equipment and instruments are in proper working order. Prepare instruments for sterilization. Screen patient phone calls and questions. Follow Guest Relation Policy: Be polite, attentive and courteous to all patients at all times. Perform other related duties incidental to the work.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent (GED)
- Certified as an Ophthalmic Technician (COT) or Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) through Joint Commission on Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology (JCAHPO) or eligible for certification within one year
- BLS required
- Minimum of 2 years of specialized ophthalmic experience with completion of a certified technician program
- Certification as a COT through Joint Commission on Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology (JCAHPO) required and must be maintained throughout employment
- Current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or American Red Cross BLS for Healthcare Providers certification is required
Nice To Haves
- Completion of a two-year certified ophthalmic assistant program preferred but not required
- The non- certified employee will have 12 months from start date to obtain COA certification through Joint Commission on Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology( JCAHPO)
Responsibilities
- Performs advanced medical history
- Checks patient's visual acuity
- Dilates patient's eyes
- Performs basic slit-lamp exam, visual fields, color vision tests, lensometry, tonometry, keratometry, and refractometry
- Assists with office surgical procedures
- Maintains complete and accurate information in the patient's medical record
- Prepares and maintains exam rooms to ensure they are adequately stocked with supplies and that all equipment and instruments are in proper working order
- Prepare instruments for sterilization
- Screen patient phone calls and questions
- Follow Guest Relation Policy: Be polite, attentive and courteous to all patients at all times
- Perform other related duties incidental to the work
Benefits
- Participates in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
