Onsite Ophthalmic Assistant: Eye Diagnostics Pro

US Oncology Inc.; Pennsylvania; Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Delaware Valley Retina Associates, part of Prism Vision Group, seeks an Ophthalmic Assistant for an onsite, non-exempt role in Langhorne, PA. Occasional travel to other locations may be required.

The ophthalmic assistant conducts measurements and tests to aid diagnosis, documents in EMR, and provides excellent patient services under physician supervision. Scribe support and patient education are included.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Review patient charts for completeness and accuracy.
• Take ocular and systemic history and record visual acuity.
• Perform exams and tests including OCT, visual fields, photography, pachymetry, biometry.
• Conduct slit lamp exams and basic ophthalmic assessments.
• Assist physician as scribe and input data into EMR or paper charts.
• Administer topical ophthalmic or oral medications.
• Support office procedures, obtain informed consent, and educate patients.
• Manage patient flow and maintain exam room cleanliness.
• Adhere to practice procedures, regulations, and report errors.

Skills

Accountability

Accuracy

Adaptability

Communication

Empathetic

Initiative

Judgment

Reliability

Team Player

Relevant computer skills

Education

GED/HS Diploma

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Delaware Valley Retina Associates, part of Prism Vision Group, seeks an Ophthalmic Assistant for an onsite, non-exempt role in Langhorne, PA. Occasional travel to other locations may be required.

The ophthalmic assistant conducts measurements and tests to aid diagnosis, documents in EMR, and provides excellent patient services under physician supervision. Scribe support and patient education are included.