Noncertified Ophthalmic Assistant (JWT)

Houston Eye Associates; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

401(k)

Life Insurance

Eye Care Discounts

Job summary

Houston Eye Associates is seeking an Ophthalmic Assistant to support ophthalmologists by preparing patients, performing tests, and documenting exam information in the EMR. The role includes scribing duties and assisting with in-office procedures, with travel between Kingwood and Gramercy locations as needed.

Qualifications include a High School Diploma or GED, BLS certification within 6 months, 1–2 years ophthalmology experience, and optional JCAHPO COA/COT/COMT certification within 1 year.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• BLS certification required within 6 months of hire.
• Uncertified Ophthalmic Assistants must obtain JCAHPO COA/COT/COMT certification within 1 year of employment.
• 1-2 years ophthalmology experience; bilingual Spanish preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Stock, prep, and maintain clean exam rooms.
• Review patient charts for accuracy.
• Prepare patients for physicians' exams and perform tests as directed.
• Assist with in-office procedures and document exam information in EMR.
• Order diagnostic tests electronically and manage prescriptions under physician direction.
• Schedule, reschedule, and cancel appointments.
• Adhere to HEA policies and patient confidentiality.

Skills

Bilingual Spanish

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Basic Life Support (BLS)

JCAHPO COA/COT/COMT certification

Job description

Description

LOCATION: 22659 Highway 59 N, Suite 100 Kingwood, TX 77339 Travel to Gramercy location required twice a week with doctor.

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 floater generally meets with the patient before the Ophthalmologist to obtain medical history and prepare the patient for the examination. OA will also perform scribe duties when needed by collecting and documenting exam information into the electronic medical record system for the Ophthalmologist.

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.

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.

Scribing

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

Competencies

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 preferred but not required.