Ophthalmic Assistant, COA

Emory Healthcare; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Emory Healthcare Inc. is seeking an experienced Ophthalmic Technician for their Atlanta clinic. The ideal candidate will possess customer service and ophthalmic skills, having at least one year of experience in an ophthalmology practice and hold certifications such as JCAHPO and BLS. Responsibilities include patient interactions, conducting tests, and assisting in clinical duties. Join a dedicated team committed to providing quality care in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year of experience in an Ophthalmology practice.
• Ability to perform ocular imaging and measure intraocular pressure.
• Documentation of patient history and performing refraction.

Responsibilities

• Obtain and document patient history and visual acuity.
• Perform clinical tasks such as tonometry and pre-operative preparation.
• Administer prescribed eye drops and maintain ophthalmic equipment.

Skills

Customer service skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Ophthalmic skills

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

JCAHPO Ophthalmic Certification (COA, COT, COMT)

BLS Certification

Job description

Description

This position requires customer service skills, excellent interpersonal and communication skills, and a degree of independent decision‑making. This position reports to a Supervisor of Ophthalmic Operations and will work within a specific section of the Ophthalmology clinic.

Ophthalmic Skills

• Obtaining and documenting patient history, determining visual acuity, performing automated and manual refraction for diagnostic purposes, performing basic lensometry, pupillary assessment, visual field testing, PAM, basin ocular motility assessment, manual and automated keratometry, osmolarity testing, administering eye drops, ointments, and irrigating solutions to the eye as ordered by physician.
• Performing office duties and clinical tasks – entering data into EMR, providing patient services, measurement of intraocular pressure (tonometry), pre‑operative preparation of patient, maintaining equipment and instruments, performing ocular imaging including OCT, Topography, fundus photography, preparation of surgical instruments and equipment, aseptic technique, post‑operative education.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications

• Minimum of a High School diploma or general education degree.
• Minimum of one year of experience in an Ophthalmology practice.
• JCAHPO Ophthalmic Certification (COA, COT, COMT) required.
• (BLS) Certification in accordance with the American Heart Association required.

Physical Requirements

Medium: 20‑50 lbs.; 0‑33% of the work day (occasionally); 11‑25 lbs., 34‑66% of the workday (frequently); 01‑10 lbs., 67‑100% of the workday (constantly); Lifting 50 lbs. max; Carrying of objects up to 25 lbs.; Occasional to frequent standing & walking, Occasional sitting, Close eye work (computers, typing, reading, writing), Physical demands may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.

Environmental Factors

Factors affecting environment conditions may vary depending on the assigned work area and tasks. Environmental exposures include, but are not limited to: Blood‑borne pathogen exposure, Bio‑hazardous waste, Chemicals/gases/fumes/vapors, Communicable diseases, Electrical shock, Floor surfaces, Hot/Cold temperatures, Indoor/Outdoor conditions, Latex, Lighting, Patient care/handling injuries, Radiation, Shift work, Travel may be required. Use of personal protective equipment, including respirators, environmental conditions may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.

Equal Opportunity

Emory is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law.