Non-Certified Ophthalmic Assistant- NORTH Floater

Houston Eye Associates; Spring (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Houston Eye Associates seeks a floater to support multiple clinic locations. You will work with ophthalmologists to perform preliminary and advanced eye tests, prepare patients for examinations, and assist with in-office procedures.

As a traveling floater, you will cover various HEA sites and departments on short notice. Bilingual Spanish is required, with a High School Diploma or GED and BLS/JCAHPO certifications preferred.

Qualifications

• Bilingual Spanish is required.
• 1-2 years’ experience working with ophthalmology preferred.

Responsibilities

• Stock, prep, and maintain cleanliness of exam rooms.
• Review patient charts for accuracy.
• Prepare patients for physician’s exam and perform tests as directed.
• Assist with in-office procedures and procedures preparation.
• Administer topical/oral medications under physician direction.
• May act as scribe and order diagnostic tests; manage prescriptions.

Skills

Bilingual Spanish

Education

High School Diploma or GED

BLS Certification

JCAHPO COA/COT/COMT

Job description

Description

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. Locations serviced include Conroe, The Woodlands, Kingwood and Spring HEA locations.

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.
• Mileage reimbursement available.

Other duties as assigned based on business operational needs.

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. Bilingual Spanish required.