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Certified (COA) or Non-Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (NCOA) - Storm Eye Institute

Medical University of South Carolina•Charleston, SC

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Performs advanced medical history, checks patient's visual acuity, dilates patient's eyes. Performs basic slit-lamp exam, visual fields, color vision tests, lensometry, tonometry, keratometry, and refractometry. Assists with office surgical procedures. Maintains complete and accurate information in the patient's medical record. Prepares and maintains exam rooms to ensure they are adequately stocked with supplies and that all equipment and instruments are in proper working order. Prepare instruments for sterilization. Screen patient phone calls and questions. Follow Guest Relation Policy: Be polite, attentive and courteous to all patients at all times. Perform other related duties incidental to the work.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent (GED)
Minimum of 1 year of ophthalmic experience
Completion of a certified assistant program or equivalent
Certified as an Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) through Joint Commission on Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology (JCAHPO) or eligible for certification within one year
BLS required
The non- certified employee will have 12 months from start date to obtain COA certification through Joint Commission on Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology( JCAHPO)
Current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or American Red Cross BLS for Healthcare Providers certification is required

Nice To Haves

Completion of a two year certified ophthalmic assistant program preferred but not required

Responsibilities

Performs advanced medical history
Checks patient's visual acuity
Dilates patient's eyes
Performs basic slit-lamp exam, visual fields, color vision tests, lensometry, tonometry, keratometry, and refractometry
Assists with office surgical procedures
Maintains complete and accurate information in the patient's medical record
Prepares and maintains exam rooms to ensure they are adequately stocked with supplies and that all equipment and instruments are in proper working order
Prepare instruments for sterilization
Screen patient phone calls and questions
Follow Guest Relation Policy: Be polite, attentive and courteous to all patients at all times
Perform other related duties incidental to the work

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What This Job Offers

Job Type

Full-time

Career Level

Mid Level

Education Level

High school or GED

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