Ophthalmic Assistant PD

Rhode Island Hospital; United States; Vor Ort; USD 28.000 - 45.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

The Ophthalmic Assistant position at Brown University Health in Providence, RI supports ophthalmologists by collecting histories, performing eye tests, and preparing patients for examinations. The role also handles routine office tasks, records, and coordination to keep patient care efficient and accurate.

Candidates should have a high school diploma and related ophthalmic exposure; certification is preferred, with about one year of experience in ophthalmic settings ideal.

Qualifikationen

• Education: high school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience: minimum of one year as an Ophthalmic Assistant preferred.
• Knowledge: ocular terminology and pharmacology used in eye care.

Aufgaben

• Document chief complaint, history, systems review and ocular findings accurately.
• Perform visual acuity, refraction, color vision, tonometry, dilation and related tests.
• Assist with imaging, laser procedures and instrument setups as directed.
• Maintain exam rooms, assist with patient flow and follow infection control standards.
• Triages messages and supports front desk duties as needed.

Kenntnisse

Ophthalmic terminology

Pharmacology knowledge

Team player

Ausbildung

High school diploma or equivalent

Jobbeschreibung

SUMMARY

The Ophthalmic Assistant reports to the BHMG Ophthalmology Practice Manager or designee. Assists the ophthalmologist in patient care by taking histories, performing various procedures and tests, and prepares the patients to see the doctor. Assists in the processing of patients by performing office administrative support duties.

Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these values guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another.

• Instill Trust and Value Differences
• Patient and Community Focus and Collaborate

RESPONSIBILITIES

• The ophthalmic assistant initiates patient evaluation by documenting the chief complaint, history of present illness, review of systems, and all pertinent ocular findings accurately and in accordance with compliance guidelines.
• Performs visual acuity assessment, refraction, color vision testing, lensometry, pupillary evaluation, ocular motility, tonometry, pupillary dilation, and all other patient services requested by the provider.
• Perform specialized testing such as visual fields, optical coherence tomography, ophthalmic photography, corneal topography, specular microscopy, A scan ultrasound biometry, and IOL calculations.
• Assist physicians with lasers and procedural tray setups.
• Assist physicians with the instillation of eyedrops and ointments as needed.
• Sets up and cleans examination and procedure rooms following infection control standards.
• Keeps up with weekly maintenance and stocking of exam rooms, procedure rooms, and testing rooms.
• Ensures equipment is working properly for patient safety and notifies the appropriate personnel when a problem is identified.
• Responsible for triaging messages and following up with clinical phone encounters in a timely manner.
• Works on prior authorizations and appeals as needed.
• Maintains patient records and all office correspondence.
• Provides training and assistance as needed.
• Follows all policies and procedures.
• Respect's confidentiality and completes annual trainings.
• Ability to multi-task and work as a team player.
• Expected to float in between patient workups to help decrease patient wait times.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• EDUCATION:High school diploma or equivalent.
• Certification on Accreditation of Ophthalmic Medical Programs or graduate from medical assistant program preferred.
• EXPERIENCE:Minimum of one year of Ophthalmic Assistant experience preferred.
• Demonstrates knowledge of ocular terminology and pharmacology, including the identification and proper use of diagnostic medications.
• SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:None.

Pay Range

$19.97-$32.96

EEO Statement

Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.

Location

Brown Health Medical Group - 167 Point Street Providence, Rhode Island 02903

Work Details

• Work Type: Monday - Friday 7:30 - 5:30 (varies)
• Work Shift: Day
• Daily Hours: Per Diem - As required
• Driving Required: No