Ophthalmic Assistant, Ophthalmology, FT, Days

Prisma Health; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated individual to join their ophthalmology team. This role involves performing essential technical procedures, assisting physicians during patient exams, and managing medical records. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in patient care, excellent computer skills, and a keen understanding of medical terminology. Join a compassionate team committed to transforming healthcare and making a difference in the community. If you are passionate about patient care and eager to contribute to a dynamic healthcare environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required; experience in ophthalmology preferred.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and patient equipment is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Perform technical procedures and obtain medical information from patients.
• Assist with office procedures and maintain electronic medical records.

Skills

Computer skills

Knowledge of office equipment

Mathematical skills

Working knowledge of patient equipment

Knowledge of medical terminology

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Post-high school diploma or highest degree earned

Tools

Topcon Autorefractor

Humphrey visual field

OCT

IOL master

Pachymeter

Snellen Chart

Goldman Tonometry

Tonopen

Job description

Inspire health. Serve with compassion. Be the difference.

Job Summary

Responsible for performing various technical procedures for patients and obtaining medical information from patients during their office visits and for using this information to perform related tasks. Assists with obtaining pre-certifications and performing referrals when needed for patients.

Essential Functions

• All team members are expected to be knowledgeable and compliant with Prisma Health's values: Inspire health. Serve with compassion. Be the difference.
• Performs within scope of training to do procedures/tests including: Autorefraction using the Topcon Autorefractor, refraction using the Jackson Cross Cylinder Method, Humphrey visual field, OCT, IOL master, Pachymeter, checking vision using Snellen Chart, Goldman Tonometry or Tonopen, brightness acuity testing, Sonometric scans, stereo testing, color deficiency testing, EOM's checking pupils for Afferent Pupillary deficiency.
• Obtains brief medical history and chief complaint from patient.
• Maintains patient's medical record via electronic medical record.
• Sets up and assists with office procedures.
• Assist physician by scribing and performing various tasks during patient exam.
• Schedules surgeries, follow up appointments and referrals as requested. Obtains pre-certifications for all surgeries.
• Phones/faxes in prescriptions for glasses per physician orders.
• Receives and returns phone calls, forwarding those requiring physician action.
• Monitors and maintains stock of supplies and proper functioning of equipment.
• Provides education/training to patient/family.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Supervisory/Management Responsibilities

• This is a non-management job that will report to a supervisor, manager, director or executive.

Minimum Requirements

• Education - High School diploma or equivalent OR post-high school diploma/highest degree earned.
• Experience - Ophthalmology experience preferred.

In Lieu Of

• NA

Required Certifications, Registrations, Licenses

• NA

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Computer skills (word processing, spreadsheets and data entry)
• Knowledge of office equipment (fax/copier)
• Mathematical skills
• Working knowledge of patient equipment
• Knowledge of medical terminology preferred

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

Location

1 Medical Park Rd Richland

Facility

3108 Ophthalmology 4 Med Park

Department

31081000 Ophthalmology 4 Med Park-Practice Operations

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