Ophthalmic Assistant, Certified - Raleigh

Duke•Wake Forest, NC

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Duke Health Integrated Practice is seeking a certified Ophthalmic Assistant to join their team at the Duke Eye Center of Raleigh. This role involves assisting physicians and technical staff in performing diagnostic tests for patient eye evaluations. The position requires performing basic ophthalmic testing procedures under supervision, such as visual acuity, history taking, tonometry, lensometry, motility, pupil assessment, and visual fields. The role may also involve administering eye drops, performing refractions, and assisting with patient training. Additionally, the Ophthalmic Assistant will be responsible for maintaining the physical environment of exam rooms, stocking supplies, preparing instruments for sterilization, and performing various clerical duties including answering phones, scheduling, and filing medical records. The position emphasizes a positive and sensitive approach to patient care, maintaining confidentiality, and contributing to a collaborative work environment. Professional development and supporting the learning of others are also key aspects of the role.

Requirements

Work requires an education background generally equivalent to a high school education.
Work requires 1 year of directly related experience in Ophthalmology or Optometry; OR, graduation from an accredited Ophthalmic Technician program.
Work requires certification as a certified Ophthalmic Assistant by the Joint Commission on Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology (JCAHPO).
Must have BLS Certification

Responsibilities

Under close supervision, perform preliminary screening examinations for physician review including, but not limited to, visual acuity, history taking, tonometry, lensometry, motility, pupil assessment, visual fields, simple color vision tests, and may perform refraction.
Examine the cornea, lens, and anterior chamber of the eye using a slit lamp and note variations from normal.
May administer dilation or anesthetic drops.
May assist with patient contact lens insertion and removal training.
Maintain physical environment of exam and procedure rooms.
Clean and stock rooms daily and maintain appropriate supply of sample drug medications as needed.
Assist with ordering medical/office supplies.
Prepare for transport of contaminated instruments and equipment for sterilization.
Facilitate calibration, maintenance, and monitoring of equipment as needed.
Assist with appointments and telephone call screening activities.
Answer phones, take messages and relay to appropriate individuals.
Under direction of physician, may call pharmacy with prescription refills and records prescriptions in patients chart.
File test results, forms, and letters into medical records.
Interact with patients, visitors, and all personnel in a courteous manner.
Resolve conflict in a healthy and constructive manner.
Maintain confidentiality of information regarding patients and co-workers; demonstrate respect for individual, cultural, and social differences.
Contribute to the positive atmosphere of the work environment.
Participate in own professional development by maintaining required competencies, identifying learning needs and seeking appropriate assistance or educational offerings.
Support the development of other staff and formal learners.
Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein.