SCRMC OPHTHALMIC MEDICAL ASSISTANT

South Central Regional Medical Center • Laurel, MS

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About The Position

The Ophthalmic Medical Assistant at South Central Regional Medical Center will assist physicians in the diagnostic testing, examination, education, and treatment of patients. The role requires a Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) preferred or a willingness to become certified within one year of employment. The position is full-time and operates during the day.

Requirements

• One year of related experience.
• Experience obtaining OCTs, fundus photos, and visual fields preferred.
• Strong people and communication skills.
• Ability to maintain competency and knowledge of current standards of practice.

Nice To Haves

• Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) certification.

Responsibilities

• Assist physicians in diagnostic testing and examination of patients.
• Provide education and treatment to patients.
• Maintain hospital standards for a clean and quiet patient environment.
• Adhere to infection-control policies and protocols.
• Participate in ongoing quality improvement activities.
• Maintain compliance with organizational policies and professional standards.
• Take detailed medical history and determine reason for the patient's visit.
• Check pupils, muscle, visual acuity, extraocular movements, and measure blood pressure.
• Dilate pupils where appropriate.
• Present patient history summary to the physician.
• Assist with office procedures including chalazion excision, refractions, and tear duct probes.
• Annotate patient charts with exam and treatment results.
• Counsel patients regarding physician's orders and answer questions about surgery.
• Schedule surgeries and consultations with other doctors.
• Order contact lenses and write prescriptions under physician's instructions.
• Maintain knowledge of ICD-10 diagnostic coding and CPT procedures codes.
• Operate clinical equipment accurately.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Hospitals