Certified Ophthalmic Assistant

Emory Healthcare; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Emory Healthcare in Atlanta seeks an Ophthalmic technician to support the Ophthalmology clinic. You will obtain patient history, measure visual parameters, perform refractions, and assist with imaging and pre/post-operative care.

Responsibilities include EMR data entry, tonometry, instrument prep, aseptic technique, and patient education. Requires COA/COT/COMT or BO LS certification as well as minimum 1 year in ophthalmology.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience in an Ophthalmology practice.
• JCAHPO Ophthalmic Certification (COA, COT, COMT) required.
• BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Enter data into EMR and provide patient services.
• Measure intraocular pressure (tonometry) and perform refraction as directed.
• Perform ocular imaging (OCT, Topography, fundus photography) and prepare surgical instruments.
• Maintain equipment and aseptic technique; provide post-operative education.

Skills

Ophthalmic knowledge

Communication

Teamwork

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

COA

COT

COMT

BLS

Job description

Description

Job Summary: This position requires customer service skills, excellent interpersonal and communication skills, and a degree of independent decision-making. This position reports to a Supervisor of Ophthalmic Operations and will work within a specific section of the Ophthalmology clinic. Primary duties and responsibilities: 1.Ophthalmic skills include: Obtaining and documenting patient history, determining visual acuity, performing automated and manual refraction for diagnostic purposes, performing basic lensometry, pupillary assessment, visual field testing, PAM, basin ocular motility assessment, manual and automated keratometry, osmolarity testing, administering eye drops, ointments, and irrigating solutions to the eye as ordered by physician. 2.Performing office duties and clinical tasks - entering data into EMR, providing patient services, measurement of intraocular pressure (tonometry), pre-operative preparation of patient, maintaining equipment and instruments, perform ocular imaging including OCT, Topography, fundus photography, preparation of surgical instruments and equipment, aseptic technique, post-operative education. Performs other related duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications

Education - Minimum of a High School diploma or general education degree. Experience - Minimum of one year of experience in an Ophthalmology practice. JCAHPO Ophthalmic Certification (COA,COT,COMT) required. Certification - (BLS) Certification in accordance with the American Heart Association required.

Physical Requirements (Medium Max 25lbs)

up to 25 lbs., 0-33% of the work day (occasionally) Lifting 25 lbs. max; Carrying of objects up to 25 lbs.; Occasional to frequent standing & walking, Occasional sitting, Close eye work (computers, typing, reading, writing), Physical demands may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.

Environmental Factors

Factors affecting environmental conditions may vary depending on the assigned work area and tasks. Environmental exposures include but are not limited to: Blood-borne pathogen exposure, Bio-hazardous waste chemicals/gases/fumes/vapors, Communicable diseases, Electrical shock, Floor Surfaces, Hot/Cold Temperatures, Indoor/Outdoor conditions, Latex, Lighting, Patient care/handling injuries, Radiation, Shift work, Travel may be required. Use of personal protective equipment, including respirators, environmental conditions may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.

Additional Details

Emory is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law. Emory Healthcare is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. Please contact Emory Healthcare’s Human Resources at [e-mail] . Please note that one week's advance notice is preferred.