Ophthalmic Assistant-QHC-13155-002
About The Position
Under the general supervision of an ophthalmologist, the Ophthalmic Assistant performs visual field and photographic imaging testing during examinations and treatment, and provides technical assistance during patient care. The role also supports clinic operations to maintain steady patient flow, completes required medical documentation, and may assist with research protocols. Other basic or specialized technical vision measurements may be performed as requested. The assistant helps conduct routine and specialized ophthalmic testing, which may include vision screening, glare testing, keratometry, corneal and fundus photography, OCT, pachymetry, applanation tonometry, and ICare tonometry. The position also involves maintaining patient records and collecting data, calibrating and maintaining equipment, managing supplies, and supporting clinic functions. Under supervision, the assistant may instill drops and help train or orient residents and clinical students.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- Completion of a training program at a recognized ophthalmic medical assistant training facility to learn visual field and other ophthalmic testing techniques.
- Good analytical skills to assess appropriate actions while administering testing services to ophthalmology patients.
- Good interpersonal manner and communication skills for patient testing and care, and coordination with nursing and clerical staff.
- Manual dexterity to use and maintain visual field and other testing equipment.
- Light lifting of ophthalmology or glaucoma clinic supplies may be required; basic physical strength may be needed to position patients and equipment.
Nice To Haves
- Six months of prior work experience is desired to gain familiarity with administering ophthalmic tests to patients.
Responsibilities
- Assist ophthalmologists with patient examinations by performing routine and specialized visual field and photographic imaging tests.
- Perform technical vision measurements such as vision screening, glare testing, keratometry, corneal and fundus photography, OCT, pachymetry, applanation tonometry, and ICare tonometry, as applicable.
- Support clinic operations and help maintain efficient patient flow through inquiry, screening, and enrollment phases of care.
- Under physician supervision, assist with pickup or delivery of relevant medications.
- Complete appropriate medical documentation, maintain patient records, and collect and compile patient data in accordance with area, institutional, or regulatory protocols.
- Calibrate, troubleshoot, and maintain testing equipment according to manufacturer or other guidelines.
- Maintain ophthalmic testing and clinic supplies, keep equipment in safe working condition, and report defects or deficiencies for adjustment or repair.
- Perform other clinic duties as requested by the Director of Service, such as answering telephones, attending clinical meetings, and scheduling appointments.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
- May assist with training and orienting residents and clinical students.
- Instill drops under supervision.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
