Ophthalmic Assistant — Patient Care & Diagnostics

University Hospitals Pain Management; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

University Hospitals Pain Management seeks an ophthalmic assistant to support providers in the ambulatory setting.

You will obtain patient ocular and general medical history, perform visual acuity and diagnostic testing under supervision, and communicate with patients and staff. You will also assist with scribing, patient education, and provide age-specific care across the care continuum, while safeguarding PHI and complying with policies.

Responsibilities

• Assists healthcare providers in the ambulatory setting.
• Obtain patient past and present ocular and general medical history.
• Perform visual acuity.
• Perform diagnostic testing under the supervison of physicians and techs. These tests include visual field testing, keratometry, pachymetry, intraocular pressure check.
• Takes responsibility for self-development and supports a learning environment.
• Uses interpersonal skills to communicate effectively with patients, physicians, and other customers.
• Provides age specific care to patients from toddlers through elderly.
• Scribing for Physician.
• Provide other patient services and education as requested by the physicians.

Job description

University Hospitals Pain Management seeks an ophthalmic assistant to support providers in the ambulatory setting.

You will obtain patient ocular and general medical history, perform visual acuity and diagnostic testing under supervision, and communicate with patients and staff. You will also assist with scribing, patient education, and provide age-specific care across the care continuum, while safeguarding PHI and complying with policies.