Ophthalmic Assistant FT -WEST Houston

Houston Eye Associates•Houston, TX

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Ophthalmic Assistant works closely with an ophthalmologist to perform basic, advanced, and complex preliminary eye tests and measurements. The assistant typically meets with patients before the ophthalmologist, obtains medical histories, and prepares patients for examinations. The role is based at the West Houston location, with some travel to other locations as needed, including accompanying the doctor to surgery once a week.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent preferred.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification; if not certified at hire, obtain it within 6 months of the hire date.
Uncertified Ophthalmic Assistants must obtain JCAHPO COA, COT, or COMT certification within 1 year of employment.
Minimum 1–2 years of experience working with an ophthalmologist.
Ability to perform visual assessment; visual field testing (CVF, Amsler Grid, HVF); pupil assessment; tonometry (iCare, Goldmann Applanation, and Tonopen); keratometry (manual and automated); ocular motility testing; lensometry (manual and automated); and basic refraction.
Ability to perform supplemental testing, which may include OCT, IOL master, fundus photography, corneal topography, basic slit lamp examination and angle/anterior chamber evaluation, pachymetry, and color vision testing.
Ability to travel to different locations and departments based on business needs.

Nice To Haves

Ophthalmic assistant certification is a plus; the employer is willing to train.
Bilingual Spanish is a plus.

Responsibilities

Accompany the doctor to surgery once a week to assist with patient pre-op and speak with family members after surgery.
Work up patients before they are seen by the doctor.
Stock, prepare, and maintain the cleanliness of exam rooms during clinic.
Review patient charts for accuracy of information.
Prepare patients for physicians’ examinations.
Perform tests based on the reason for the visit and the physician’s preferences.
Assist with in-office procedures.
Ensure consent forms are complete and accurate before in-office procedures.
Prepare and clean rooms after procedures.
Administer topical ophthalmic or oral medications under physician direction.
Assist with diagnostic testing.
Schedule, reschedule, and cancel appointments.
Follow organizational policies and procedures, maintain ethical standards and patient confidentiality, and comply with state and federal regulations.
Travel to different locations and departments as required by business needs.
Perform other duties as assigned based on operational needs.