Ophthalmic Assistant

Advocate Health; Rome (GA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Advocate Health in Georgia is seeking a capable Ophthalmic Assistant to support eye exams, perform basic preliminary testing, and ensure a smooth patient flow in a fast-paced clinic.

The role requires certification within one year, CPR, strong interpersonal and communication skills, and proficiency with electronic medical records and ophthalmic instrumentation. You will work as part of a dedicated team to deliver high-quality patient care.

Qualifications

• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Solid oral and written communication skills.
• Computer skills, work experience with electronic medical records preferred.
• Knowledge of ophthalmic instrumentation.
• Ability to multi task with efficiency.
• Ability to recognize common safety hazards and take precautions to establish a safe work surrounding.
• Ability to withstand long periods of standing and walking.
• Ability to be focused and organized, working as a team player at all times.

Responsibilities

• Performs basic preliminary testing including but not limited to obtaining visual acuity, lensometry, measure and record intraocular pressure using tonopen, administers topical eye medications per physician order in preparation for ophthalmic exam, obtains vital signs as needed documenting in EMR.
• Records relevant detailed patient medical/ocular history, confirms allergies and updates medications.
• Performs Automated Visual Field Testing. Demonstrates ability to troubleshoot visual field equipment problems and begin repair process following procedures.
• Ensures exam rooms and lanes are stocked with needed supplies.
• Participates in own professional development by maintaining required competencies, required continuing education, and CPR certification during employment.
• Escorts patients to exam rooms and screening areas in the department
• Demonstrates dedication to patient service and care by serving as a role model in delivering quality patient care to all patient at all times.
• Performs other job related duties incidental to the work described here in and based on a non certified ophthalmic assistant.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Oral & written communication

EMR computer skills

Ophthalmic instrumentation

Multitasking

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Physical stamina

Tools

Tonopen

Automated Visual Field Equipment

EMR systems

Job description

LICENSURE, CERTIFICATION, and/or REGISTRATION:

Must acquire certification of Certified Ophthalmic Assistant within one year of employment in order to maintain employment. CPR certification.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Performs basic preliminary testing including but not limited to obtaining visual acuity, lensometry, measure and record intraocular pressure using tonopen, administers topical eye medications per physician order in preparation for ophthalmic exam, obtains vital signs as needed documenting in EMR.
2. Records relevant detailed patient medical/ocular history, confirms allergies and updates medications.
3. Performs Automated Visual Field Testing. Demonstrates ability to troubleshoot visual field equipment problems and begin repair process following procedures.
4. Ensures exam rooms and lanes are stocked with needed supplies.
5. Participates in own professional development by maintaining required competencies, required continuing education, and CPR certification during employment.
6. Escorts patients to exam rooms and screening areas in the department
7. Demonstrates dedication to patient service and care by serving as a role model in delivering quality patient care to all patient at all times.
8. Performs other job related duties incidental to the work described here in and based on a non certified ophthalmic assistant.

SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS:

Excellent interpersonal skills

Solid oral and written communication skills

Computer skills, work experience with electronic medical record preferred

Knowledge of ophthalmic instrumentation

Ability to multi task with efficiency.

Ability to recognize common safety hazards and take precautions to establish a safe work surrounding

Ability to withstand long periods of standing and walking

Ability to be focused and organized, working as a team player at all times

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Clean, comfortable, office environment

Moderate noise level

Fast paced, busy clinic at all times

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

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35%

65%

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35%

65%

100%

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Activity

X

Standing

X

Walking

X

Sitting

X

Bending

X

Reaching with arms

X

Finger and hand dexterity

X

Talking

X

Hearing

X

Seeing

Lifting, carrying, pushing and or pulling:

20 lbs. maximum

X

50 lbs. maximum

100 lbs. maximum