Ophthalmic Assistant

THOMAS EYE GROUP PC • Decatur, GA

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About The Position

Thomas Eye Group is seeking an Ophthalmic Assistant to support its ophthalmology clinics in a patient-focused environment. The role involves conducting basic patient assessments and diagnostic tests, explaining procedures and answering patient questions, collaborating with clinical support staff and providers, maintaining a safe work environment, and recording patient information in the EMR for provider review.

Thomas Eye Group provides eye care services across the Atlanta area, including optometry, cataract surgery, cornea, retina, glaucoma treatment, oculoplastics, and pediatric ophthalmology. The organization states that it has offered services for 50 years.

Requirements

• High school diploma.
• One to two years of experience in a healthcare environment.
• Proficiency using electronic medical record systems.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with patients and team members.
• Reliability and punctuality.
• Ability to multitask while maintaining attention to detail and organization.
• Ability to identify, prioritize, and escalate issues as needed.
• Typing speed of at least 45 words per minute with high accuracy.
• Active listening and comprehension skills, and willingness to learn on the job.
• Familiarity with diagnostic codes.
• Empathy and a patient-focused approach.
• Ability to coordinate and collaborate effectively with the team.
• Basic understanding of medical terminology, anatomy, and optical principles, including refraction and contact lenses, and familiarity with optical equipment.

Nice To Haves

• Some college or a degree.
• Certification as a COA or COT.

Responsibilities

• Conduct basic patient assessments, including visual acuity tests, intraocular pressure measurements, and dilation.
• Perform tests such as confrontation visual fields, cover testing, and versions, and assist with manifest refractions.
• Greet patients, explain testing procedures, answer questions, and provide necessary education.
• Collaborate with the clinical support team and providers to maintain smooth, efficient patient flow.
• Recognize and address common safety hazards to maintain a safe work environment.
• Use the EMR system to accurately document patient data and prepare it for provider review.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED