Ophthalmic Assistant, Hudson and Eastside

University Hospitals•Hudson, OH

5d•Hybrid

About The Position

Assists healthcare providers in the ambulatory setting. Obtains patient past and present ocular and general medical history. Performs visual acuity and diagnostic testing under the supervision of physicians and techs. These tests include visual field testing, keratometry, pachymetry, and intraocular pressure checks. Takes responsibility for self-development and supports a learning environment. Uses interpersonal skills to communicate effectively with patients, physicians, and other customers. Provides age-specific care to patients from toddlers through the elderly. Scribes for the Physician and provides other patient services and education as requested. Additional responsibilities include performing other duties as assigned, complying with all policies and standards, and abiding by all requirements to safely and securely maintain Protected Health Information (PHI) for patients.

Requirements

High School Equivalent / GED (Required)
Basic understanding of contact lens usage. (Required proficiency)
Ability to work independently in a high stress environment. (Required proficiency)
Demonstrated skill in interpersonal relationships. (Required proficiency)
Use of general office equipment, including telephone, pager, and fax machines. Basic computer skills. (Required proficiency)
Standing Frequently
Walking Frequently
Lifting Frequently 50 lbs
Carrying Frequently 50 lbs
Pushing Frequently 50 lbs
Pulling Frequently 50 lbs
Climbing Occasionally 50 lbs
Balancing Occasionally
Stooping Frequently
Kneeling Frequently
Crouching Frequently
Crawling Occasionally
Reaching Frequently
Handling Frequently
Grasping Frequently
Feeling Constantly
Talking Constantly
Hearing Constantly
Repetitive Motions Constantly
Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination Constantly

Nice To Haves

1+ years experience in an Health care environment.
Basic Life Support (BLS) Upon Hire

Responsibilities

Assists healthcare providers in the ambulatory setting.
Obtain patient past and present ocular and general medical history.
Perform visual acuity.
Perform diagnostic testing under the supervison of physicians and techs. These tests include visual field testing, keratometry, pachymetry, intraocular pressure check.
Takes responsibility for self-development and supports a learning environment.
Uses interpersonal skills to communicate effectively with patients, physicians, and other customers.
Provides age specific care to patients from toddlers through elderly.
Scribing for Physician.
Provide other patient services and education as requested by the physicians.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Complies with all policies and standards.
Must abide by all requirements to safely and securely maintain Protected Health Information (PHI) for our patients.