Ophthalmic Assistant
About The Position
The Ophthalmic Assistant provides ophthalmic services for the evaluation and care of pediatric patients under the supervision of ophthalmologists and optometrists at applicable practice locations. The role includes developmentally appropriate basic clinical testing and documentation of visual function in children of all ages, specialized technical testing and assessments for selected patients, patient education, and assistance with minor procedures. The Certified Ophthalmic Assistant supports safe and efficient clinic flow across practice locations by performing technical ophthalmic testing under provider supervision and assisting with minor procedures. The role also coordinates communication among care team members inside and outside Seattle Children’s Hospital, triages incoming referrals and patient or parent concerns, educates families, and performs ocular imaging and supplemental testing. The primary location is Seattle, with work in Bellevue and Everett as needed. This is a per diem position.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent experience.
- For the Certified Ophthalmic Assistant role, at least one year of experience in an ophthalmology practice or related setting.
- Medical Assistant Registered or Certified designation by the Washington Department of Health, to be obtained within three months of employment.
- BLS for Healthcare Providers.
- For the Certified Ophthalmic Assistant role, Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) credential from the International Joint Commission on Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology (JCAHPO).
Nice To Haves
- Completed COA certificate program.
Responsibilities
- Provide ophthalmic services for evaluation and care of pediatric patients under ophthalmologist and optometrist supervision.
- Perform developmentally appropriate basic clinical testing and document visual function in children of all ages.
- Perform specialized technical testing procedures and assessments for selected patients.
- Assist providers with minor procedures.
- Help facilitate safe and efficient clinic flow across practice locations.
- Coordinate communication between care team members within and outside Seattle Children’s Hospital.
- Triage incoming referrals and patient and parent concerns.
- Provide patient education to families.
- Perform ocular imaging and supplemental testing techniques.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision plans
- 403(b)
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
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Education Level
High school or GED
