Assistant Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• High school diploma required.
• CPR certification per American Heart Association guidelines required within 30 days of hire.
• Ability to take and pass a Certified Ophthalmic Assistant examination within the first 18 months of employment.
• Possess general medical knowledge.

Nice To Haves

• A basic understanding of ocular anatomy and diseases, familiarity with ophthalmic medications, contact lenses and glasses preferred.
• General knowledge of medical equipment and instrument maintenance and calibration.

Responsibilities

• Perform a variety of visual acuity testing, pupillary evaluation and diagnostic tests.
• Administer eye medications and irrigating solutions under the supervision of the Ophthalmologist or Optometrist.
• Obtain basic medical history and chief complaint from patients including past ocular, medical, family and social history utilizing the Eye Institute's electronic medical record system.
• Order ocular testing.
• Perform basic diagnostic skills and testing, which may include: Manual/auto lensometry, VEP testing, Pachymetry Keratometry Visual fields Contact lens instruction Tonometry Fundus photography
• Clean and stock exam rooms and nursing station.
• Complete order forms for replenishment of supplies.
• Comply with the Springfield Clinic incident reporting policy and procedures.
• Adhere to all OSHA and Springfield Clinic training & accomplishments as required per policy.
• Provide excellent customer service and adhere to Springfield Clinic's Code of Conduct and Ethics Standards.
• Perform other job duties as assigned.