Certified Ophthalmic Assistant - Ophthalmology

Washington University in St. Louis; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation & holidays

Health insurance

Metro U-Pass

403(b) Retirement Plan

Job summary

Washington University in St. Louis seeks an Ophthalmic Assistant to provide advanced administrative and technical support in a clinical setting. You will gather medical information and perform visual screening prior to visits with the ophthalmologist.

Responsibilities include conducting visual field tests, aiding in patient workups, and assisting with minor procedures. A high school diploma and BLS certification are required; prior ophthalmology experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or equivalent.
• BLS certification (American Heart Association or Red Cross) required.
• Experience in ophthalmology/clinic environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs kinetic and static visual fields tests (Goldman & Humphrey).
• Assists with patient history and clinical work-up.
• Instructs patients on office evaluations and physician instructions.
• Performs A-Scan ultrasound testing and other ophthalmic tests.
• Assists physicians with minor surgical procedures and general duties.

Skills

Confidentiality

Detail-Oriented

Interactive Communication

Medical Abbreviations

Medical Screening

Medical Terminology

Medical Ultrasound

Operational Efficiency

Patient Care Services

Patient Management

Perform Testing

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Position Summary

Location

ST. LOUIS, MO 63108

Scheduled Hours

40

Position Summary

Provides advanced administrative and technical support to an ophthalmologist in a clinical setting. Gathers important medical information and performs visual screening prior to Ophthalmologist’s visit with patient.

Job Description

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

• Performs kinetic and static visual fields test (Goldman & Humphrey).
• Assists with the clinical work up of patients including a detailed patient history.
• Helps patients understand general office evaluation and physician instructions.
• Performs gross refractions, keratometry, tonography and tonometry.
• Inserts and removes patient contact lenses when necessary; also provides contact lens instruction to patients.
• Performs BAT (Brightness acuity test) glare testing and PAM (Potential acuity meter) testing.
• Performs A-Scan ultrasound testing.
• Assists physicians with minor surgical procedures.
• All other duties as assigned.

Working Conditions:

Job Location/Working Conditions

• Patient care environment.
• Normal office environment.

Physical Effort

• Typically sitting at desk or table.

Equipment

• Office equipment.

Education

Required Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent high school certification or combination of education and/or experience.

Certifications/Professional Licenses

Basic Life Support - American Heart Association, Basic Life Support - American Red Cross, Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) - International Joint Commission of Allied Health Personnel in Ophthamology, Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) - Joint Commission of Allied Health Personnel in Ophthamology

Work Experience

Supervised Ophthalmologic Office (1 Year)

Skills

Not Applicable

Driver's License

A driver's license is not required for this position.

More About This Job

• Basic Life Support certification (Online BLS certifications, those without a skills assessment component, are not sufficient to meet the BLS requirements).

Preferred Qualifications

No additional education unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Certifications/Professional Licenses

No additional certification/professional licenses unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Work Experience

No additional work experience unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Skills

Confidentiality, Detail-Oriented, Interactive Communication, Medical Abbreviations, Medical Screening, Medical Terminology, Medical Ultrasound, Operational Efficiency, Patient Care Services, Patient Management, Perform Testing

Grade

C07-H

Salary Range

$19.93 - $29.93 / Hourly

The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.

Questions

For frequently asked questions about the application process, please refer to our External Applicant FAQ.

Accommodation

If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please email [e-mail] or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at 314-935-1149 and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request.

All qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.

Pre-Employment Screening

All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.

Benefits Statement

Personal

• Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.
• Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.
• Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.
• WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.

Wellness

• Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!

Family

• We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We’ve got you covered.
• WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.

For policies, detailed benefits, and eligibility, please visit: https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/

EEO Statement

Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity. It is the University’s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, citizenship (where prohibited by federal law), age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.