Ophthalmic Assistant

Prism Vision Group•Jersey City, NJ

5d•$18 - $35•Onsite

About The Position

The Ophthalmic Assistant conducts measurements and tests that provide the Physician with information needed to arrive at a diagnosis and prescribe treatment. The role is responsible for appropriate documentation in compliance with standards and for providing excellent patient service. This onsite, nonexempt role is located at NJRetina in Jersey City, New Jersey, part of Prism Vision Group, with occasional travel to other locations based on business needs.

Requirements

High school graduate or GED.
For OA1: 0–2 years of prior ophthalmic assistant experience; for OAII: 2 or more years of prior ophthalmic assistant experience.
Accountability and willingness to accept constructive feedback.
Accuracy and attention to detail.
Ability to adapt to and facilitate workplace change.
Effective communication and listening skills.
Empathy toward patients and coworkers.
Initiative, including the ability to make decisions and take action to solve problems or reach goals.
Sound judgment using available information.
Reliability in attendance and punctuality.
Ability to work independently and with a team toward shared goals.
Relevant computer skills, including navigating between screens and accurately entering data.
Ability to meet the stated vision, hearing, personal protective equipment, and prolonged-standing requirements.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline preferred.

Responsibilities

Review patient charts to ensure completeness and accuracy of information.
Take ocular and systemic histories and accurately record visual acuity.
Perform testing required by the scheduled exam, patient complaint, and history, including OCT, automated visual fields, photography, pachymetry, and biometry.
Perform lensometry, automated refractometry, slit lamp exams including applanation tonometry and anterior chamber angle assessment, basic muscle balance testing, pupil assessment, confrontation visual fields, and gross external exams.
Perform advanced ophthalmic procedures.
Act as a scribe during physician examinations, 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 exam rooms during the workday.
Comply with practice procedures and protocols, as well as State and Federal regulations; report potential or suspected errors to a supervisor or Compliance Officer.
Maintain a cooperative, self-motivated, courteous, and professional attitude.