Ophthalmic Assistant Full Time

Key-Whitman Eye Center; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Health Savings Account with employer贡献

Job summary

Key Whitman Eye Center in Dallas, TX is seeking an Ophthalmic Assistant to join a fast-paced, patient-facing clinic. You will work closely with physicians to document patient records, perform pre-test duties, and assist with procedures while delivering compassionate patient care.

Ideal candidates have 1 year of medical/ophthalmic experience, a high school diploma, and EMR proficiency; JCAHPO or CPR certifications are preferred. Strong communication and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• JCAHPO certification preferred.
• CPR certification preferred.
• Minimum 1 year medical/ophthalmic scribe experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Obtain accurate patient history.
• Perform lensometry.
• Conduct diagnostic eye tests and basic imaging (HVF, HRT, IOLMaster, fundus photography).
• Obtain accurate visual acuities with basic optics understanding.
• Record patient medical history in the EMR and input treatments or procedures.
• Administer topical ophthalmic medications.
• Perform tonometry by tonopen or applanation.
• Maintain and sterilize surgical instruments/equipment.
• Assist physicians with postoperative instructions to patients.
• Communicate effectively with patients, physicians and staff.

Skills

Communication skills

Team player

EMR proficiency

Bilingual (desired)

Education

High School Diploma or GED

JCAHPO certification preferred

CPR certification preferred

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Now Hiring: Key Whitman Eye Center - Dallas, TX

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Join our fast-paced, patient-facing clinic where every day brings new challenges and opportunities to make a difference! If you thrive in a dynamic environment, enjoy working on your feet, and are passionate about providing excellent patient care, we would love for you to apply. We are located at:

JOB TITLE: Ophthalmic Assistant

POSITION SUMMARY:

The role of the Ophthalmic Assistant is to work relatively close with the clinic physicians to perform basic, advanced, and complex functions. The Ophthalmic Assistant will document the patient’s medical record and to input any recommended treatment and/or procedures that may be performed by the doctor

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following:

• Obtains accurate patient history
• Performs lensometry
• Performs diagnostic testing of the eye while having a basic understanding and knowledge of these tests such as HVF, HRT, IOLmaster, biopen and basic fundus photography
• Obtains accurate visual acuities with basic optics understanding
• Demonstrates ability to perform functional ocular measurements of the eye such as color vision testing, B AT testing, schirmer tests and Amsler grid tests
• Demonstrates ability to perform accurate and repeat able refractometry
• Administers topical ophthalmic medications
• Performs accurate tonometry by tonopen or applanation
• Maintains and sterilizes surgical instructions
• Assists physicians with the instillation of punctual plugs
• Verbalizes post operative instructions in a clear and professional manner to patients for any procedure performed at Key-Whitman Eye Center
• Understanding basic ocular pharmacology; names of meds and their uses
• Minimum 1 Year Medical/Ophthalmic Scribe experience preferred
• High School Diploma or GED
• JCAHPO certification preferred
• CPR preferred
• Strong communication and interpersonal skill
• Able to think quickly and be attentive
• Be able to work in a fast paced, team environment
• Communicate effectively with patients, physicians and staff members
• Must demonstrate commitment to ongoing educations and uphold to the highest ethical principles of maintaining confidentiality
• Proficient in EMR and computer literacy
• Well organized and attentive to detail
• Proficiency in a second language highly desirable
• HIPAA knowledge and compliance
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Health Savings Account with an employer contribution
• Life Insurance
• PTO
• 401(k) retirement plan with a company match
• And more!
  

Our organization is an Equal Opportunity Employer