Non-certified Ophthalmic Assistant -EAST HOUSTON

Paycom - ATS; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Continuing Education (JCAHPO & ABOC)

Holidays & Paid Time Off

Bereavement Leave

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

401(K)

Life Insurance & LTD

Eye Care Benefits & Optical Discounts

Job summary

Paycom - ATS is seeking an Ophthalmic Assistant to support ophthalmologists with preliminary tests and patient prep in a clinic setting. The role involves stocking exam rooms, preparing patients, and assisting with in-office procedures.

The ideal candidate has 1–2 years of ophthalmology experience, High School diploma or GED, and BLS certification. Certification in JCAHPO within 1 year is required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required or preferred.
• BLS certification is required.
• Uncertified ophthalmic assistants must obtain JCAHPO COA/COT/COMT within 1 year of employment.
• Minimum 1–2 years of experience working with an ophthalmologist.

Responsibilities

• Stock, prepare, and maintain exam rooms and clinic cleanliness.
• Review patient charts for accuracy.
• Prepare patients for exams and perform tests as directed by physicians.
• Assist with in-office ophthalmic procedures.
• Prepare consent forms and clean rooms before/after procedures.
• Administer topical ophthalmic or oral medications as directed.
• May act as a scribe; enter exam information into the EMR; order tests and manage refills.
• Assist with letters to patients and referring physicians; support diagnostic testing.

Skills

Visual Assessment

Visual Field Testing

Pupil Assessment

Tonometry

Keratometry

Ocular Motility Testing

Lensometry

Refraction

Retinoscopy

Basic Contact Lens knowledge

Ophthalmic Coding

Scribing

Education

High School Diploma or GED

JCAHPO COA/COT/COMT certification within 1 year

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: East - Houston, TX, Position Type: Full Time, Salary Range: Undisclosed, Travel Percentage: Two Locations, Job Category: Health Care, LOCATION: 5614 E. Sam Houston Pkwy N. Houston, TX 77015 Some travel required as needed with doctor to Pearland location.

POSITION SUMMARY

Contributes to the organization by working closely with the ophthalmologist to perform basic, advance, and complex preliminary tests and measurements of the eyes. The OA 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 physicians exam. Perform tests based on the specific reasons for the visit and physicians 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 HEAs policies and procedures, uphold to the highest ethical principles and patient confidentiality. Complies with all State and Federal regulations.
• Other duties as assigned based on business operational needs.

Skills and 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)
• Basic Contact Lens knowledge
• Ophthalmic Coding
• Scribing

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: COMPETENCIES

EDUCATION High School Diploma or GED equivalent preferred

CERTIFICATIONS & LICENSES Basic Life Support (BLS).

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.