Ophthalmic Assistant - Ophthalmology

The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth Houston); Houston (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Ophthalmic Assistant to join their team in Houston. This role involves preparing patients for examinations, assisting physicians during procedures, and ensuring a smooth patient experience. The ideal candidate will possess excellent customer service skills and be eligible for certification as a Certified Ophthalmic Assistant. The organization offers a supportive environment with generous benefits, including paid medical premiums, ample time off, and retirement plans. If you are passionate about patient care and looking for a fulfilling career, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

100% Paid Medical Premiums

Generous Time Off

Longevity Pay

Retirement/Pension Plan

Free Financial Counseling

Free Mental Health Counseling

Gym Membership Discounts

Employee Discounts

Resources for Child and Elder Care

Qualifications

• Must obtain COA certification within one year of employment.
• 1 year of clinical experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepares patients for examinations and diagnostic testing.
• Assists with surgical procedures and patient follow-up.

Skills

Customer Service Skills

Ability to Work Well with Others

CPR Certification

Ophthalmic Assistant Certification (COA)

Education

High School Diploma

Graduate of an Approved Education Program

Job description

What we do here changes the world. UTHealth Houston is Texas’ resource for healthcare education, innovation, scientific discovery, and excellence in patient care. That’s where you come in.

The OA will be responsible for ophthalmic workups, patient history, answering patient messages, assisting in surgical procedures, and more. Current Ophthalmic Assistant Certification (COA, COT, or COMT) is preferred. If you are not certified (COA, COT, or COMT), you must be certification eligible and must obtain certification (COA, COT, or COMT) within one (1) year of employment.

Location:6400 Fannin, Houston, Texas 77030

Once you join us you won't want to leave. It’s because we reward our team for the excellent service they provide. Our total rewards package includes the benefits you’d expect from a top healthcare organization (benefits, insurance, etc.), plus:

• 100% paid medical premiums for our full-time employees
• Generous time off (holidays, preventative leave day, both vacation and sick time – all of which equates to around 37-38 days per year)
• The longer you stay, the more vacation you’ll accrue!
• Longevity Pay (Monthly payments after two years of service)
• Build your future with our awesome retirement/pension plan!

We take care of our employees! As a world-renowned institution, our employees’ wellbeing is important to us. We offer work/life services such as...

• Free financial and legal counseling
• Free mental health counseling services
• Gym membership discounts and access to wellness programs
• Other employee discounts including entertainment, car rentals, cell phones, etc.
• Resources for child and elder care
• Plus many more!

Position Summary:

The Ophthalmic Assistant assists physicians in providing patient care by preparing patients for examination and diagnostic testing.

Position Key Accountabilities:

Essential Functions

• Prepares patients for physician's exam. Performs testing based on patient needs and physician preference.
• Responsible for preparing exam rooms for patients. Maintains instruments and equipment.
• Obtains chief complaint, medical/surgical, family history current medications, and adverse drug reactions.
• Assists with prescriptions refills as directed by the physician. Obtains Prior Authorizations for medications, answers patient questions/calls.
• Assists in organizing and planning of patient care and follow-up, including major/minor procedures and diagnostic testing. Assists Ophthalmologist with surgical procedures as necessary.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Certification/Skills:

• Has ability to complete tasks in this competency effectively.
• Ability to work well with others
• Excellent customer service skills.
• CPR - Cardiac Pulmonary Resuscitation required
• COA - Certified Ophthalmic Assistant Must be certification eligible and must obtain COA certification within one (1) year of employment

Minimum Education:

High School Diploma or equivalent requiredGraduate of an education program approved by the credentialing body for the required credential(s) preferred

Minimum Experience:

None1 year of clinical experience preferred

Physical Requirements:

Exerts up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 20 pounds frequently and/or up to 10 pounds constantly to move objects.

Security Sensitive:

Security Sensitive: This job class may contain positions that are security sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of Texas Education Code § 51.215

Residency Requirement:

Employees must permanently reside and work in the State of Texas.