Certified Ophthalmic Assistant - UNC Eye Carolina Crossing

UNC REX Healthcare; Chapel Hill (NC); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team as a Certified Ophthalmic Assistant in a supportive environment dedicated to improving community health. This role offers the chance to work closely with experienced professionals while performing essential tasks such as patient assessments, ophthalmic testing, and equipment maintenance. You'll be part of an inclusive organization with a commitment to excellence in patient care. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of others and possess the required certification, this is a fantastic opportunity to advance your career in a fulfilling and rewarding setting.

Benefits

Health benefits

Competitive salary

Professional development opportunities

Inclusive work environment

Commitment Incentive Program

Qualifications

• Must have National Certification by the Joint Commission of Allied Health Personnel.
• Clinical experience of six months if graduated from accredited training program.

Responsibilities

• Conduct patient assessments and obtain medical histories.
• Perform ophthalmic tests and assist in minor surgical procedures.
• Maintain and calibrate ophthalmic equipment as needed.

Skills

Patient Assessment

Ophthalmic Testing

Equipment Maintenance

Patient Education

Education

National Certification in Ophthalmology

Clinical Experience (if applicable)

Tools

Auto-lensometer

Tonopen

IOL Master

Job description

Description

***This position is eligible for the UNC Health Outpatient Commitment Incentive Program! ***

The Commitment Incentive includes $5,000 paid over a three (3) year commitment period. To learn more about the requirements, please visit: https://jobs.unchealthcare.org/pages/unc-medical-center-unc-faculty-physicians-outpatient-commitment-incentive-program

Become part of an inclusive organization with over 40,000 teammates, whose mission is to improve the health and well-being of the unique communities we serve.

Summary:

Are you a Certified Ophthalmic Assistant looking for an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic team? UNC Health Faculty Physicians Ophthalmology at UNC Eye Carolina Crossing is looking for a skilled and motivated Certified Ophthalmic Assistant to join their team. As a Certified Ophthalmic Assistant, you will be responsible for performing level work, obtaining routine history information, and conducting standardized ophthalmic tests under the direction and supervision of an Ophthalmologist. In this role, you will have the opportunity to work with a team of professionals and learn from experienced colleagues. The clinic follows well-established policies and procedures, providing a stable and supportive work environment. The ideal candidate must have a National Certification by the Joint Commission of Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology at the Assistant level.

Please note: This position requires travel between two satellite locations, UNC Specialty Care at Pittsboro and UNC Eye Carolina Crossing, along with our offsite locations in Roxboro, Holly Springs, and Raleigh.

If you are looking for a challenging and rewarding career, apply today to join the UNC Health Faculty Physicians Ophthalmology team!

Responsibilities:
1. Patient Assessment - Interviews patient to collect and update medical and ocular history, family and social history, records previous surgeries and treatments, updates medications, allergies and pharmacy information. Obtains patients chief complaint asking questions as appropriate for recording severity, context, duration, frequency, associated symptoms, pain scale, etc.
2. Patient Testing - Independently performs elements of comprehensive exam such as visual acuity using various methods such as Snellen, Tumbling E's, Allen Pictures, etc., Neutralize glasses Rx with auto-lensometer or manual method and transpose between minus and plus cylinder format, Measure Intra-Ocular pressure using Applanation, Tonopen or I-Care method, measure, compare and evaluate pupillary responses, ocular motility to include versions and ductions, cover tests, stereo acuity and nystagmus, visual fields including confrontation, automated perimetry and Amsler Grid method, color vision, auto-refraction, manifest refraction, schirmer's tear testing, inflammadry and osmolarity testing, glare testing, keratometry readings (automated or manual) and corneal pachymetry.
3. Patient Set Up - Sets up for Lasers, minor surgical procedures, and injections using sterile technique where applicable. Educate patients on procedures, testing, systemic diseases and their ocular manifestations, instruct on proper medication use and treatments, how to apply eye dressings, etc. May take vital signs such as blood pressure or glucose testing or perform CPR in emergency situations.
4. Equipment Maintenance - Cleans and calibrates ophthalmic instruments and equipment, replaces bulbs and batteries, monitors clinic medical and laboratory supplies and reports shortages to facilities manager to be reordered. Cleans and sterilizes instruments according to UNC policy. Cleans and stocks exam rooms and ancillary testing rooms when needed. Maintains calibration of ophthalmic instruments and reports malfunctioning equipment to facilities manager for prompt repair.
5. Special Testing - With limited supervision, may perform special testing such as OCT, Fundus Photography, Fluorescein Angiography and Topography, Axial Length measurements using IOL Master or Immersion method as directed by the physician or in compliance with predetermined protocols.

Other Information

Education Requirements:
● None required as long as other position qualifications are met.
Licensure/Certification Requirements:
● National Certification by the Joint Commission of Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology at the Assistant level.
Professional Experience Requirements:
● If graduation from an accredited CoA-OMP or CMA (Canadian Medical Association) training program: Six (6) months of clinical experience.
Knowledge/Skills/and Abilities Requirements:

Job Details

Legal Employer: STATE

Entity: UNC Faculty Physicians

Organization Unit: UNC Eye Carolina Crossing

Work Type: Full Time

Standard Hours Per Week: 40.00

Salary Range: $20.53 - $29.23 per hour (Hiring Range)

Pay offers are determined by experience and internal equity

Work Assignment Type: Onsite

Work Schedule: Day Job

Location of Job: US:NC:Chapel Hill

Exempt From Overtime: Exempt: No

This is a State position employed by UNC Health Care System with UNC Health benefits. If, however, you are presently an employee of another North Carolina agency and currently participate in TSERS or the ORP, you will be eligible to continue participating in those plans at UNC Health.

Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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