Ophthalmic Assistant: Patient Care & Pre-Testing Pro

Springfield Clinic; Springfield (IL); On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 3,031,000; Full time

Job summary

Springfield Clinic is seeking an Ophthalmic Assistant to support ophthalmologists and optometrists with direct patient care and pre-testing. Responsibilities include performing vision tests, taking medical histories, ordering tests, administering eye medications, and maintaining exam rooms.

The role requires a high school diploma and CPR certification within 30 days of hire, plus the ability to pass the Certified Ophthalmic Assistant exam within 18 months.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• CPR certification per American Heart Association guidelines within 30 days of hire.
• Ability to pass Certified Ophthalmic Assistant examination within the first 18 months of employment.

Responsibilities

• Perform a variety of visual acuity testing, pupillary evaluation and diagnostic tests.
• Administer eye medications and irrigating solutions under the supervision of the Ophthalmologist or Optometrist.
• Obtain basic medical history and chief complaint from patients including past ocular, medical, family and social history utilizing EMR.
• Order ocular testing.
• Perform basic diagnostic skills and testing, which may include: manual/auto lensometry, VEP testing, pachymetry, keratometry, visual fields, contact lens instruction, tonometry, fundus photography.
• Clean and stock exam rooms and nursing station; complete order forms for replenishment of supplies.
• Comply with incident reporting policies and procedures; adhere to OSHA and clinic training.
• Provide excellent customer service and adhere to Code of Conduct and Ethics Standards.

Skills

Basic ophthalmic knowledge

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Springfield Clinic is seeking an Ophthalmic Assistant to support ophthalmologists and optometrists with direct patient care and pre-testing. Responsibilities include performing vision tests, taking medical histories, ordering tests, administering eye medications, and maintaining exam rooms.

The role requires a high school diploma and CPR certification within 30 days of hire, plus the ability to pass the Certified Ophthalmic Assistant exam within 18 months.