Onsite Ophthalmic Assistant: Eye Care Technician

US Oncology Inc.; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Retina Group of Washington in Alexandria, VA is seeking an Ophthalmic Assistant for an onsite role. The position supports physicians with patient testing and data documentation to aid in diagnosis and treatment planning.

The role involves assisting with tests like OCT, visual fields, photography, and tonometry, and acting as a chart scribe. Responsibilities include managing patient flow, administering medications, ensuring compliance with procedures, and educating patients while maintaining

Qualifications

• Education: High School Graduate or GED; Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• OA1 Experience: 0-2 years ophthalmic assistant experience.
• OAII Experience: 2+ years ophthalmic assistant experience.

Responsibilities

• Reviews patient charts to ensure completeness and accuracy of information.
• Takes an ocular and systemic history and records visual acuity.
• Performs tests required by exam type scheduled, including OCT, automated visual fields, photography, pachymetry, biometry.
• Performs lensometry, automated refractometry, slit lamp exam with tonometry and anterior chamber assessment.
• Performs advanced ophthalmic procedures.
• Acts as scribe entering data into EMR or paper charts.
• Administers topical ophthalmic or oral medications.
• Assists with ensuring office procedures and informed consent.
• Assists with patient education and patient flow management.
• Maintains cleanliness and orderliness of exam rooms.

Skills

Accountability

Accuracy

Adaptability

Communication

Empathetic

Initiative

Judgment

Reliability

Team Player

Relevant computer skills

Education

High School/GED

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

Retina Group of Washington in Alexandria, VA is seeking an Ophthalmic Assistant for an onsite role. The position supports physicians with patient testing and data documentation to aid in diagnosis and treatment planning.

The role involves assisting with tests like OCT, visual fields, photography, and tonometry, and acting as a chart scribe. Responsibilities include managing patient flow, administering medications, ensuring compliance with procedures, and educating patients while maintaining