Ophthalmic Assistant

Advocate Health•Winston-Salem, NC

2d•$21 - $31•Onsite

About The Position

The Ophthalmic Assistant performs physician-ordered preliminary screenings and supports patient care in an ophthalmology clinic. The role includes obtaining patient medical and ocular histories, conducting basic ophthalmic tests, maintaining exam rooms and equipment, and providing professional, courteous service to patients, families, coworkers, and physicians. The assistant maintains patient confidentiality, required competencies and continuing education, and current CPR certification. Additional duties may include prescription refills under physician direction and other work appropriate to the employee’s certification level.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent.
Current CPR certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
One year of work experience; experience in an eye-related field is preferred.
Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
Computer skills; understanding of ophthalmic practice and care of ophthalmic patients; knowledge of ophthalmic instrumentation; and proficiency in basic preliminary ophthalmic testing according to COA certification.
Ability to multitask efficiently, use time effectively, recognize common safety hazards, and take precautions to maintain a safe work environment.
Ability to withstand long periods of standing and walking.
Must be focused, organized, and a team player.

Nice To Haves

Previous work experience in ophthalmology.
Work experience with an Electronic Medical Record.

Responsibilities

Perform physician-ordered preliminary screenings, including obtaining detailed patient medical and ocular histories, visual acuity, tonometry, lensometry, pupil examinations, instilling ocular medication, and visual field testing.
Maintain assigned ophthalmic examination lanes and equipment; clean equipment according to guidelines and maintain the physical environment of exam rooms.
Ensure examination rooms and lanes are appropriately stocked.
Interact professionally and courteously with patients, families, coworkers, and physicians; maintain patient confidentiality and contribute to a positive workplace atmosphere.
Maintain required competencies and continuing education hours according to JCAHPO guidelines, and keep CPR certification current.
Perform prescription refills under physician direction and according to standard guidelines.
Deliver quality patient care and serve as a role model for dedication to patient service.
Perform other duties incidental to the work and appropriate to certification level.

Benefits

$6,000 sign-on bonus for eligible candidates.
Paid time off programs.
Medical, dental, vision, life, and short- and long-term disability benefits.
Flexible spending accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses.
Adoption assistance and paid parental leave.
Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs.
Educational Assistance Program.
Premium pay such as shift and on-call pay, where applicable.
Incentive pay for select positions.
Opportunity for annual performance-based increases.