Ophthalmic Asssistant
About The Position
The Ophthalmic Assistant supports physicians by performing diagnostic tests, measurements, and clinical procedures used in patient evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment planning. The role includes accurately documenting patient information in accordance with clinical, regulatory, and organizational standards and providing attentive patient care throughout the visit. This full-time, non-exempt position is with Mitchell and Morin Eye Institute, a PRISM Vision Group Partner Practice, in Vienna, Virginia. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Travel between offices is required depending on office and location needs. Compensation is $18.50–$34.68 per hour, based on experience and qualifications.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- OA-I: 0–2 years of prior ophthalmic assistant experience.
- OA-II: 2 or more years of prior ophthalmic assistant experience.
- Ability to accept responsibility for actions and work performed and to accept constructive feedback.
- Accuracy and attention to detail.
- Ability to adapt to and facilitate workplace change.
- Effective communication and listening skills.
- Empathy and sensitivity toward patients and coworkers.
- Initiative and ability to make decisions and take action to solve problems or achieve goals, including attempting non-routine tasks.
- Sound judgment using available information.
- Reliable attendance and punctuality.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively toward shared goals.
- Relevant computer skills, including navigating between screens and accurately entering data.
- Ability to travel between offices as needed.
- Ability to meet the stated vision, hearing, personal protective equipment, and standing requirements.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline.
Responsibilities
- Review patient charts to ensure information is complete and accurate.
- Take ocular and systemic histories and accurately record visual acuity.
- Perform testing based on the scheduled examination, patient complaint, and history, including OCT, automated visual fields, photography, pachymetry, and biometry.
- Perform lensometry, automated refractometry, slit lamp examinations including applanation tonometry and anterior chamber angle assessment, basic muscle balance testing, pupil assessment, confrontation visual fields, and gross external examinations.
- Perform advanced ophthalmic procedures.
- Scribe during physician examinations by entering data into electronic medical records or handwritten paper charts.
- Administer topical ophthalmic or oral medications.
- Help ensure office procedures are followed and required informed consent is obtained.
- Assist with patient education.
- Oversee patient flow throughout the day.
- Maintain cleanliness and orderliness of examination rooms during the workday.
- Comply with practice procedures, protocols, and state and federal regulations.
- Report potential or suspected errors to a supervisor or Compliance Officer.
- Maintain a cooperative, self-motivated, courteous, and professional attitude.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
