Ophthalmic Assistant, Certified - Duke Eye Center at Erwin Rd

Duke PA; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$5000 Commitment Bonus

Job summary

Duke Eye Center at Erwin Rd is seeking a certified Ophthalmic Assistant to support an Eye Center physician and staff in performing diagnostic tests for eye evaluations. The role requires certification by JCAHPO, BLS, and a high school-level education or equivalent, with 1 year of ophthalmology/optometry experience or graduation from an Ophthalmic Technician program.

The position offers day shifts, Mon-Fri, with no weekends or holidays, and includes a $5,000 commitment bonus for qualifying

Qualifications

• Education background generally equivalent to a high school education.
• 1 year of directly related experience in Ophthalmology or Optometry; OR graduation from an accredited Ophthalmic Technician program.
• Certification as a certified Ophthalmic Assistant by JCAHPO.
• BLS Certification.

Responsibilities

• Perform preliminary screening examinations and diagnostic tests under supervision.
• Direct the flow of patients and collect medical data for charts; arrange tests and imaging as requested by physician.
• Explain procedures to patients and address questions about tests and treatments.
• Stock, maintain and clean exam and procedure rooms; assist with clerical tasks and patient scheduling.

Education

High school education equivalency

JCAHPO Ophthalmic Assistant certification

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Ophthalmic Assistant, Certified - Duke Eye Center at Erwin Rd

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Requisition Number: 275955

Regular or Temporary: Regular

Location:

Durham, NC, US, 27710

At Duke Health, we're driven by a commitment to compassionate care that changes the lives of patients, their loved ones, and the greater community. No matter where your talents lie, join us and discover how we can advance health together.

Duke Health Integrated Practice comprises more than 110 primary and specialty outpatient clinics, extending the reach of the Duke Health mission across the state of North Carolina.

$5000 Commitment Bonus for qualifying candidates!

JOB LOCATION

Duke Eye Center at Erwin Rd - 2351 Erwin Rd

JOB SUMMARY

We are seeking a Ophthalmic Assistant, Certified under close supervision assist an Eye Center physician and other technical support personnel to perform diagnostic tests necessary for evaluation of patient eye problems.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform preliminary screening examinations for physician review including, but not limited to, visual acuity, history taking, tonometry, lensometry, motility, pupil assessment, visual fields, simple color vision tests, Examine the cornea, lens, and anterior chamber of the eye using a slit lamp and note variations from normal, administer dilation or anesthetic drops or assist with patient contact lens insertion and removal training.
• Direct the flow of patients; obtain medical and personal data for patient charts; screen patients for conditions; arrange for laboratory and other tests, ophthalmic photography, outpatient studies and patient admissions and surgery as requested by physician.
• Alleviate patient and family concerns by explaining diagnostic procedures and method of treatment.
• Complete stocking and maintenance functions and maintain the physical environment of exam and procedure rooms.
• Perform various clerical functions, including assisting with appointments and telephone call screening activities and filing test results, forms, and letters into medical records.

JOB ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

• Work requires an education background generally equivalent to a high school education.
• Work requires 1 year of directly related experience in Ophthalmology or Optometry; OR, graduation from an accredited Ophthalmic Technician program.

Work requires certification as a certified Ophthalmic Assistant by the Joint Commission on Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology (JCAHPO).

Must have BLS Certification.

JOB HOURS

The schedule for this position is day shifts, Monday-Friday, with no weekends or holidays.

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