Ophthalmic Assistant FT -WEST Houston

Houston Eye Associates; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 33,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Continuing Education (JCAHPO & ABOC)

Holidays & Paid Time Off

Bereavement Leave

Medical

Dental

401(k)

Life Insurance & LTD

Eye Care Benefits

Job summary

Houston Eye Associates is seeking an Ophthalmic Assistant to support physicians by performing preliminary eye tests, preparing charts, and assisting with in-office procedures. The role includes room preparation, patient onboarding, and occasional travel to other locations as needed.

Qualified candidates may have a High School Diploma or GED, BLS certification, and COA/COT/COMT within 1 year; bilingual Spanish is a plus. Superior benefits and continuing education opportunities are offered.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Certifications: BLS required within 6 months if not present at time of hire; COA/COT/COMT within 1 year.
• Experience: Minimum 1-2 years working with ophthalmology.

Responsibilities

• Accompany doctor to surgery once a week and support pre/post op discussions with families.
• Work up patients before they are seen by the doctor and prepare them for examination.
• Stock, prepare, and maintain cleanliness of exam rooms; review patient charts for accuracy.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

BLS certification

COA/COT/COMT within 1 year

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: West - Houston, TX, Position Type: Full Time, Salary Range: Undisclosed, Travel Percentage: None, Job Category: Health Care, LOCATION: 12121 Richmond Ave, Suite 220 Houston, TX 77082 Some travel required with doctor as needed to other locations.

Position Summary

Contributes to the organization by working closely with the ophthalmologist to perform basic, advance, and complex preliminary tests and measurements of the eyes. The OA generally meets with the patient before the Ophthalmologist to obtain medical history and prepare the patient for the examination.

Certified a plus but willing train

Bilingual a plus

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Accompany doctor to surgery once a week to help with patient pre-op and speak to the family members after surgery
• Work up patients before they are seen by the doctor
• Responsible for properly stocking, preparing, and maintaining the cleanliness of exam rooms during clinic.
• Reviews patient chart for accuracy of information.
• Prepare patients for physicians exam. Perform tests based on the specific reasons for the visit and physicians preference.
• Assists with in-office procedures.
• Prepare and ensure all consent forms are complete and accurate prior to in-office procedures. Prepares and cleans room after procedure.
• Administer topical ophthalmic or oral medications under the direction of the physician.
• Assists with diagnostic testing.
• Schedule, reschedule, and cancel appointments.
• Must meet and adhere to HEAs policies and procedures, uphold to the highest ethical principles and patient confidentiality. Complies with all State and Federal regulations.
• Other duties as assigned based on business operational needs.

Skills and Abilities

• Visual Assessment
• Visual Field Testing (CVF, Amsler Grid, HVF)
• Pupil Assessment
• Tonometry (iCare, Goldmann Applanation, and Tonopen)
• Keratometry (manual and automated)
• Ocular Motility Testing
• Lensometry (Manual and automated)
• Basic refraction knowledge

Supplemental Testing may include:

• OCT
• IOL master
• Fundus photography
• Corneal topography
• Basic slit lamp examination and angle/anterior chamber evaluation (use of lighting, filters, and stains)
• Pachymetry
• Color Vision

Ability to travel to different locations and departments dependent on business need.

We Proudly Offer

• Continuing Education including JCAHPO & ABOC
• Holidays & Paid Time Off
• Bereavement Leave
• Superior Benefits Package:
  • Medical
  • Dental
  • 401(K)
  • Free Life Insurance & LTD
  • Eye Care Benefits & Optical Discounts

Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/H/V

Qualifications: COMPETENCIES

• EDUCATION High School Diploma or GED equivalent preferred
• CERTIFICATIONS & LICENSES Basic Life Support (BLS). If not BLS certified at time of employment, must be obtained within 6 months of hire date. Uncertified Ophthalmic Assistants must obtain JCAHPO (COA, COT, or COMT) certification within 1 year of employment.
• EXPERIENCE Minimum 1-2 years' experience working with ophthalmologist.
• Certified OA a plus but willing to train.
• Bilingual Spanish a plus!