Certified Ophthalmic Assistant Floater-North

Houstoneye; The Woodlands (TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in The Woodlands is seeking an Ophthalmic Assistant to support ophthalmologists across multiple locations. Responsibilities include performing eye tests, preparing patients, assisting in procedures, ensuring compliance with regulations, and maintaining exam rooms. The candidate should have a high school diploma and relevant experience in a medical office setting.

Benefits

Continuing Education including JCAHPO & ABOC

Holidays & Paid Time Off

Bereavement Leave

Medical Benefits

Dental Benefits

401(K)

Free Life Insurance & LTD

Eye Care Benefits & Optical Discounts

Qualifications

• Minimum 1-2 years’ experience working with an ophthalmologist.
• Must obtain Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 6 months if not certified at employment.
• Uncertified Ophthalmic Assistants must obtain JCAHPO certification within 1 year.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic, advance, and complex preliminary tests and measurements of the eyes.
• Assist physicians with entering exam information into electronic record.
• Maintain cleanliness of exam rooms during clinic.

Skills

Visual Assessment

Visual Field Testing

Pupil Assessment

Tonometry

Keratometry

Ocular Motility Testing

Lensometry

Refraction

Retinoscopy

Education

High School Diploma or GED equivalent

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Woodlands - The Woodlands, TX

Position Type: Full Time

Salary Range: Undisclosed

Travel Percentage: Mulitple Locations

Job Category: Health Care

Description

LOCATION: 1699 Research Forest Drive, Suite 150 The Woodlands, TX 77380 Travel to north HEA locations as needed.

POSITION SUMMARY

Contributes to the organization by floating to multiple locations as needed, working closely with the ophthalmologist to perform basic, advance, and complex preliminary tests and measurements of the eyes. The OA floater generally meets with the patient before the Ophthalmologist to obtain medical history and prepare the patient for the examination.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Responsible for properly stocking, preparing, and maintaining the cleanliness of exam rooms during clinic. Reviews patient chart for accuracy of information. Prepare patients for physician’s exam. Perform tests based on the specific reasons for the visit and physician’s preference. Assists with in-office procedures. Prepare and ensure all consent forms are complete and accurate prior to in-office procedures. Prepares and cleans room after procedure. Administer topical ophthalmic or oral medications under the direction of the physician. May act as scribe to assist physicians with entering exam information into electronic record. Order diagnostic tests electronically and submit prescription refills approved by physician. Assists with preparing letters to patients and referring physicians. Assists with diagnostic testing. Follow-up on diagnostic tests when directed by physician. Schedule, reschedule, and cancel appointments. Assists in training of other ophthalmic assistants. Must meet and adhere to HEA’s policies and procedures, uphold to the highest ethical principles and patient confidentiality. Complies with all State and Federal regulations. As a floater, this position is designed to travel between HEA locations to support the staffing needs of multiple locations and/or departments. Work location and/or department may be assigned at short notice. Other duties as assigned based on business operational needs.

SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Visual Assessment
• Visual Field Testing (CVF, Amsler Grid, HVF)
• Pupil Assessment
• Tonometry (iCare, Goldmann Applanation, and Tonopen)
• Keratometry (manual and automated)
• Ocular Motility Testing
• Lensometry (Manual and automated)
• Refraction (utilizing phoroptor, duochrome, fogging, Prince rule, trial frame)
• Retinoscopy and Refinement (at the COT and COMT level)

We Proudly Offer:

• Continuing Education including JCAHPO & ABOC
• Holidays & Paid Time Off
• Bereavement Leave
• Superior Benefits Package:
  • Medical
  • Dental
  • 401(K)
  • Free Life Insurance & LTD
  • Eye Care Benefits & Optical Discounts

Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/H/V

Qualifications

EDUCATION	High School Diploma or GED equivalent preferred
CERTIFICATIONS & LICENSES	Basic Life Support (BLS). If not BLS certified at time of employment, must be obtained within 6 months of hire date. Uncertified Ophthalmic Assistants must obtain JCAHPO (COA, COT, or COMT) certification within 1 year of employment.

EXPERIENCE

Minimum 1-2 years’ experience working with ophthalmologist.