Refractive Certified Ophthalmic Assistant

Cleveland Clinic

11d•Onsite

About The Position

At Cleveland Clinic Health System, we believe in a better future for healthcare. And each of us is responsible for honoring our commitment to excellence, pushing the boundaries and transforming the patient experience, every day. We all have the power to help, heal and change lives — beginning with our own. That’s the power of the Cleveland Clinic Health System team, and The Power of Every One. Join Cleveland Clinic’s Main Campus where research and surgery are advanced, technology is leading-edge, patient care is world class and caregivers are family. Here, you will work alongside a passionate and dedicated team, receive endless support and appreciation, and build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world. As a Refractive Certified Ophthalmic Assistant, you will play a vital role in delivering high-quality care to patients undergoing refractive surgery. In this position, you will perform clinical and technical ophthalmic duties, assist physicians before, during and after refractive procedures and help maintain lasers and related equipment. You will greet and check in patients, coordinate appointment timing with technicians and providers and clearly explain refractive surgery procedures and expectations to patients. Working closely with a small, collaborative team of full-time and part-time providers, you will use strong critical thinking and multitasking skills while demonstrating empathy, flexibility and a team-oriented mindset to support both patients and fellow caregivers. A caregiver in this role will work 7:30am to 4:00pm.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Successful completion of the written exam for Certified Ophthalmic Assistant
Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) by Joint Commission on Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology (JCAHPO)
Minimum of 1 year experience providing direct patient care under the supervision of an Ophthalmologist
Manual dexterity to operate office equipment and PC.
Ability to lift and transport up to 25 pounds.
May require extended periods of standing, walking or sitting.
Visual acuity, including the ability to distinguish colors.
Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required

Responsibilities

Receive and prepare patients for examination, treatment or surgery.
Calibrate, operate and troubleshoot lasers before, during and after refractive surgery.
Assist physicians with refractive surgical procedures.
Perform clinical and technical ophthalmic duties for high acuity patient populations that may include patients admitted to the hospital and/or those with critical patient care needs.
Perform routine screening tests.
Document patient information in the patient medical record.

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