Ophthalmology Assistant

Intermountain Health • Sandy, UT

1d • $22 - $34 • Onsite

About The Position

Performs preliminary examinations and evaluations of patients with ocular complaints, disease, or disorders by initiating and executing technical tests utilized exclusively in ophthalmology. Provides information to and consults with ophthalmologists. Rooming patients and taking patient histories, HPI >=4 components Perform eye tests under Ophthalmology Quality Standards of Care including vision screenings, manual refractions, and various diagnostic tests, etc. Facilitating the workflow of patients when assigned various clinical/technician role(s). This requires an ability to anticipate the flow of patient traffic and help the other technicians do various patient diagnostic testing) Facilitates prior authorizations Must be able to perform highly accurate manual refractions within a timely manner Must be proficient in glaucoma testing, visual fields, fundus photos, refracting and topography Ideal candidate will have experience in cataract surgery counseling for patients considering cataract surgery Must be accurate and detail-oriented while being able to keep ahead of the patient flow and still demonstrate flexibility and the ability to multi-task Functions as the patient advocate by teaching, directing patients, and clarifying ophthalmologist instructions per department protocol. EMR experience is required, must possess a level of computer literacy that ensures accuracy and timeliness when working with patients Must possess outstanding interpersonal and communication skills Must be able to work well with coworkers and patients Practices and is aware of all safety precautions as outlined by OSHA and the CDC. Maintains supplies and equipment for department function including inventory control. Actively participates in quality improvement initiatives (i.e. CQI, TQM, Lean, 100% participation, etc.).

Requirements

• Current Certified Ophthalmic Assistant License
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for healthcare providers.
• Minimum one year of experience as an ophthalmic technician, ophthalmic assistant, or optometric technician
• EMR experience is required
• Must possess a level of computer literacy that ensures accuracy and timeliness when working with patients
• Must possess outstanding interpersonal and communication skills
• Must be able to work well with coworkers and patients
• Practices and is aware of all safety precautions as outlined by OSHA and the CDC.

Nice To Haves

• Ideal candidate will have experience in cataract surgery counseling for patients considering cataract surgery
• Must be able to perform highly accurate manual refractions within a timely manner
• Must be proficient in glaucoma testing, visual fields, fundus photos, refracting and topography

Responsibilities

• Performs preliminary examinations and evaluations of patients with ocular complaints, disease, or disorders by initiating and executing technical tests utilized exclusively in ophthalmology.
• Provides information to and consults with ophthalmologists.
• Rooming patients and taking patient histories, HPI >=4 components
• Perform eye tests under Ophthalmology Quality Standards of Care including vision screenings, manual refractions, and various diagnostic tests, etc.
• Facilitating the workflow of patients when assigned various clinical/technician role(s).
• Facilitates prior authorizations
• Functions as the patient advocate by teaching, directing patients, and clarifying ophthalmologist instructions per department protocol.
• Maintains supplies and equipment for department function including inventory control.
• Actively participates in quality improvement initiatives (i.e. CQI, TQM, Lean, 100% participation, etc.).

Benefits

• Generous benefits package that covers a wide range of programs to foster a sustainable culture of wellness that encompasses living healthy, happy, secure, connected, and engaged.
• Up-front tuition coverage paid directly to the academic institution.
• 100+ learning options to choose from, including undergraduate studies, high school diplomas, and professional skills and certificates.
• Caregivers are eligible to participate in PEAK on day 1 of employment.

What This Job Offers

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