Part-time Standardized Patient

National Board of Examiners in Optometry•Charlotte, NC

9d•Onsite

About The Position

The National Board of Examiners in Optometry (NBEO) is hiring part-time Standardized Patients to assist the organization. The National Board of Examiners in Optometry is an independent, non-governmental, non-profit organization whose examinations are universally accepted for optometric licensure in the United States and internationally. NBEO’s mission is to protect the public by developing, administering, scoring, and reporting results of valid examinations that assess competence in optometry. We work to maintain the best possible environment for our employees. We strive to provide a collaborative, creative environment where each person feels encouraged to contribute to our processes, decisions, planning and culture. The NBEO is an equal employment opportunity employer. NBEO’s policy is not to discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), past or present military service, disability, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. NBEO also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also NBEO’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions. Note to Applicants: Smoking is prohibited in all indoor areas of NBEO unless designated smoking areas have been established by a particular location in accordance with applicable state and local law.

Requirements

High School Diploma/GED required
Must be at least 18 years of age.
Applicants must be available for testing sessions between 9:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m., at least 2 days per week, Monday -Friday. (Wednesday, Thursday and Friday availability preferred)
Must have a reliable form of transportation in order to report for scheduled assignments reliably and punctually
Strong attention to detail in testing procedures
Effective communication skills
Ability to provide feedback on candidate performance
Adherence to exam video and audio recording protocols
Team-oriented with flexibility to support organizational needs
Ability to solve practical problems
Demonstrate critical thinking skills

Responsibilities

Participate as a standardized patient in an optometric licensure examination. In this role you will be trained to sit for examinees by acting as a patient and participating in clinical optometric procedures of an eye examination.
Participate in the clinical skills exam performed by optometry candidates. Skills that may be performed are described below: Skill Description Biomicroscopy an evaluation of the eyelids, eyelashes, lacrimal drainage, conjunctiva, sclera, cornea, anterior chamber, iris, crystalline lens and includes upper lid eversion Goldmann Applanation Tonometry a measurement of the intraocular pressure Gonioscopy a procedure using a type of contact lens to assess the relative openness of the anterior chamber angle Binocular Indirect Ophthalmoscopy an assessment of the peripheral retina Dilated Biomicroscopy and Non-Contact Fundus Lens Evaluation includes evaluation of the lens, vitreous, and retina including the optic nerve and macula
Report to the NCCTO Site Manager and maintain a highly standardized testing environment for candidates taking high-stakes licensure examinations as a Standardized Patient.
Portray patients
Serve as a proctor for the Injections Skill Exam, the Laser and Surgical Procedures Exam and Posterior Segment Skills of the Part III PEPS exam when requested.
Properly complete a checklist before and after testing as part of standard operating procedures
Clean optometric equipment following specific protocols
Assess candidate performance based on scoring criteria set for this position
Maintain strict confidentiality of all secure exam materials and information and candidate information
Report any testing abnormalities or candidate issues promptly
Consistently adhere to training and standardization requirements
Must be comfortable using an electronic device to perform job-related duties