Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) – Eye Testing & Patient Care

UnitedHealth Group; Massachusetts; In loco; USD 28.000 - 50.000; Tempo pieno

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Comprehensive benefits package

Incentive programs

Equity stock purchase

401k contribution

Descrizione del lavoro

AtriusHealth, part of the Optum family, is seeking a Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) for its ophthalmology practice in Chestnut Hill, MA. You will perform clinical assistant duties, preliminary eye testing, and help diagnose eye conditions with the clinician.

The role involves patient interaction, history taking, and collaboration with clinicians across locations. COA certification is required; travel between sites may be needed.

Competenze

• Certification as an Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) per JCAHPO/NCLE requirements.
• Strong general medical knowledge and ability to take history.
• Proficient in basic visual testing and diagnostic procedures (pupillary measurement, acuity, extraocular movements).
• Computer experience with word processing, spreadsheets, and EMR systems.
• Ability to travel between locations as needed.

Mansioni

• Greet and escort patients, gather medical/ocular/social histories, and document in the EMR.
• Perform vision tests, vital signs, and preliminary ophthalmic assessments (slit lamp, tonometry, OCT, visual fields).
• Assist with minor procedures, eye dressings, and maintain sterile technique and instruments.
• Operate and maintain ophthalmic equipment and lasers, ensuring cleanliness and readiness.
• Educate patients on medications/procedures and assist in administrative tasks as needed.

Conoscenze

COA certification

Medical history intake

Visual testing proficiency

EMR experience

Travel between locations

Strumenti

EMR software

Slit lamp

Tonometer

OCT

Descrizione del lavoro

AtriusHealth, part of the Optum family, is seeking a Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) for its ophthalmology practice in Chestnut Hill, MA. You will perform clinical assistant duties, preliminary eye testing, and help diagnose eye conditions with the clinician.

The role involves patient interaction, history taking, and collaboration with clinicians across locations. COA certification is required; travel between sites may be needed.