Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA)

Utah; Lehi, Northern (UT, KY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Utah Health Hospitals and Clinics in Lehi, UT seeks an Ophthalmic Medical Specialist to perform advanced diagnostic tests and assist ophthalmologists in patient care. The role includes refractions, imaging, and procedures, with potential cross-location coverage and day shifts.

Requirements include COA as Ophthalmic Assistant and the University's RQI eCredential within 30 days of hire; prior ophthalmology experience is preferred. Primary Children's Hospital setting.

Qualifications

• COA Ophthalmic Assistant certification required.
• RQI Healthcare Provider eCredential must be obtained within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Perform intermediate refractometry, pachymetry, tear break up time, and lens measurements.
• Conduct intermediate automated visual fields for surgical assessment.
• Assist with laser procedures and ophthalmic injections.
• Interpret test results and determine next steps in patient care.
• May perform IOL Master Scans and Contact A-scan.
• May assist in ophthalmic imaging and patient flow.

Skills

Ophthalmic testing

Patient care

Clinical communication

Education

COA Ophthalmic Assistant

RQI eCredential

Tools

IOL Master / A-scan

Ophthalmic imaging equipment

Job description

Overview

As a patient-focused organization, University of Utah Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EO/AA

This position performs preliminary examinations and evaluations of patients with ocular complaints, diseases, or disorders by initiating and executing technical tests utilized exclusively in ophthalmology. The incumbent provides information to and consults with ophthalmologists who facilitate the diagnosis and eventual treatment of patients. This position may be required to access and administer medications within their scope of practice and according to State Law.

Corporate Overview: The University of Utah is a Level 1 Trauma Center and is nationally ranked and recognized for our academic research, quality standards and overall patient experience. Our five hospitals and eleven clinics provide excellence in our comprehensive services, medical advancement, and overall patient outcomes.

Responsibilities

Essential Functions

• Performs successfully all of the essential functions of job code 7130, Ophthalmic Medical Specialist.

• Performs intermediate diagnostic tests such as intermediate manifest refractometry (fogging, balancing, near point refractometry, and trial framing), pachymetry, tear break up time test, intermediate lens skills including measuring base curve, vertex distance, and prism in glasses including progressive lenses.

• Performs intermediate automated visual fields for surgical assessment, including taped and untaped fields.

• Assists with other ophthalmic procedures including obtaining the consent of the patient and assisting with laser procedures, intraocular injections, and other minor office procedures.

• Makes decisions regarding which screening procedures and specialized tests should be applied to each patient based on symptoms as reported by the patient.

• Interprets the reliability and validity of test results and seeks additional guidance to ascertain the next appropriate treatment procedure.

• May perform IOL Master Scans and Contact A-scan.

• May assist in ophthalmic imaging, as needed, including anterior segment photography, external photography, fundus photography, HRT, GDX and OCT.

• May assist in patient flow, including scribing.

• May be responsible for floating between several different locations.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

• Ability to perform the essential functions of the job outlined above.

• Demonstrated human relations and effective communication skills.

• Ability to provide care appropriate to the population served.

• Ability to interpret the reliability and validity of test results.

• Demonstrated knowledge of the principles of life span growth and development.

• Ability to assess data regarding the patient's status and provide care as described in the department's policies and procedures manual.

Qualifications

Licenses Required

• Current RQI Healthcare Provider eCredential through the University of Utah Health RQI system. The eCredential is to be obtained within 30 days of hire.

• JCAHPO certification as an Ophthalmic Assistant (COA).

* Additional license requirements as determined by the hiring department.

Working Conditions and Physical Demands

Employee must be able to meet the following requirements with or without an accommodation.

• This position involves intermediate working conditions in a healthcare setting that may exert up to 50 pounds and may consistently require lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, or otherwise moving patients or objects, such as medical equipment, while providing patient care. Workers in this position may be exposed to infectious diseases and may be required to function around prisoners or behavioral health patients.

Physical Requirements

Non Indicated

Multi-lingual Candidates Welcomed

EEO Statement

University of Utah Health Hospitals and Clinics, a part of The University of Utah, values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patient populations.

All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.

University of Utah Health Hospitals and Clinics, a part of The University of Utah, is an affirmatively action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran's status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.

To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability, please contact the University of Utah Health Hospitals and Clinics Human Resources office at 801-581-6500. If you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity (OEO). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator's office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/ Online reports may be submitted at oeo.utah.edu

The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Hospitals and Clinics Human Resources at [phone] for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at [phone] or [phone] or Hospitals and Clinics Human Resources at [phone] if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.

This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.

Requisition Number 86453
Reg/Temp Regular
Employment Type Full-Time
Shift Day
Work Schedule M-F Days
Clinical/Non-Clinical Status Clinical
Location Name Primary Children's Hospital - Lehi
Workplace Set Up On-site
City Lehi
State UT
Department MOR OPC 31C PEDS OPHTHALMOL
Category Ophthalmology
Workplace Set Up On-site