Ophthalmology Assistant

Loma Linda • Loma Linda, CA

2d • $26 - $29

About The Position

The Ophthalmology Assistant performs basic ophthalmic diagnostic testing, including visual acuity, handheld tonometry, potential acuity meter, brightness acuity testing, automatic and manual lensometry, keratometry, visual field testing, APD, and AR IOL Master. The role also includes patient intake and preparing patients for special testing; completing history and physical forms; filing; preparing injections; assisting with minor surgical procedures; transcribing chart notes; and transposing eyeglass prescriptions. Other duties may be assigned as needed.

The position supports physicians and the care team by applying basic principles of ophthalmic patient care. Candidates must understand and embrace Loma Linda University Health's Christian mission, purpose, and identity.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least six months of experience in a front and/or back office in ophthalmology or optometry, or a combination of equivalent education and experience.
• Complete Loma Linda departmental standards for Ophthalmic Assistant competency within 90 days of hire.
• Obtain BLS issued by the American Heart Association within 90 days of hire and maintain it.
• Valid driver's license at the time of hire.
• Efficient knowledge of ophthalmic and medical terminology, insurance, and ophthalmic anatomy.
• Ability to keyboard 40 words per minute.
• Ability to use a computer, printer, and necessary software programs, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Competence with Windows applications, copier, fax machine, scanner, and telephone.
• Good digital dexterity, fine motor skills, fine finger activity, and hand-eye coordination to handle testing instruments and medical tools.
• Good oral and written communication with the health team, patients, and families.
• Good judgment in a clinical environment; ability to interact professionally, communicate clearly, maintain emotional stability and attention to detail, and cope effectively with stressful situations.
• Adequate visual, hearing, olfactory, and tactile acuity to perform essential duties, including corrected visual acuity of 20/25, color discrimination, ability to sense body sounds, adequate touch to measure by palpation, and ability to smell odors related to disease processes.
• Understand and embrace the mission, purpose, and identity of Loma Linda University Health and its affiliated entities.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree.

Responsibilities

• Perform visual acuity, handheld tonometry, potential acuity meter, brightness acuity testing, automatic and manual lensometry, keratometry, visual field testing, APD, AR IOL Master, and other basic tests.
• Perform patient intake and prepare patients for special testing.
• Complete history and physical forms and file documents.
• Prepare injections and assist in minor surgical procedures.
• Transcribe chart notes and transpose eyeglass prescriptions.
• Perform basic diagnostic testing and other duties as needed.
• Assist and support physicians and the team by applying basic principles of ophthalmic patient care.

What This Job Offers

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