Ophthalmic Assistant - Eye Clinic - Augusta

Wellstar Health System; Augusta (GA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Wellstar Health System is seeking an Ophthalmic Assistant to support ophthalmologists by gathering medical information, performing preliminary eye function tests, and explaining medications to patients.

The role involves working with ophthalmic technicians, performing imaging, and assisting with surgeries under supervision. Strong attention to detail and good patient communication are essential.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• All certifications are required upon hire unless otherwise stated.
• CMA, CNA, COA preferred. Upon Hire Preferred.
• Minimum 2 years experience in medical field.

Responsibilities

• Perform visual acuity tests and ophthalmic exams.
• Assist ophthalmologist during procedures and with intraocular pressure measurements.
• Administer eye drops and assist with lenses and imaging.
• Explain medications and procedures to patients; educate patients.
• Document results of routine ophthalmic examinations and assist with surgeries.

Skills

Vision tests

Ophthalmic testing

Equipment handling

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Ophthalmic instruments

Job description

How would you like to work in a place where your contributions and ideas are valued? A place where you can serve with compassion, pursue excellence and honor every voice? At Wellstar, our mission is simple, yet powerful: to enhance the health and well-being of every person we serve. We are proud to have become a shining example of what's possible when the brightest professionals dedicate themselves to making a difference in the healthcare industry, and in people's lives.

Work Shift

Various (United States of America)

Job Summary

The Ophthalmic Assistant is the entry-level position of the Ophthalmic Professionals. Aids the ophthalmologist by obtaining medical information, performing preliminary eye function exams and explaining to patients about medication and/or procedures.

Core Responsibilities And Essential Functions

Performing the following functions-visual acuity, tests such as visual fields, keratometry, ocular mobility, refraction, imaging, administering eye drops, assisting with corrective lenses and other supplemental testing. Under the supervision of the ophthalmologist administer medications, processing microbiological specimens, measurement of intraocular pressure, and performing amblyopia treatment. Assesses, performs specialized procedures, patient education, supporting and communicating with medical staff, and recording results of routine ophthalmic examination procedures on patients. Assisting with ophthalmic surgery procedures. Primary responsibilities include assessment, the performance of specialized procedures, patient education, supporting and communicating with medical staff, and recording results of routine ophthalmic examination procedures on patients. Performing imaging. Performs simple maintenance on equipment and reports malfunctions. Practices under the directions of higher-level personnel until certified. Performs other duties as assigned Complies with all Wellstar Health System policies, standards of work, and code of conduct.

Required Minimum Education

• High School Diploma / GED General

Required Minimum License(s) And Certification(s)

All certifications are required upon hire unless otherwise stated.

• BLS - Basic Life Support or ARC-BLS - Amer Red Cross Basic Life Support or BLS-I - Basic Life Support - Instructor

Additional License(s) And Certification(s)

CMA, CNA, COA preferred. Upon Hire Preferred

Required Minimum Experience

Minimum 2 years experience in medical field. Preferred

Required Minimum Skills

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