Ophthalmic Assistant US Oncology Network · Silver Spring, MD Posted yesterday

QuickCruit, Inc.; Silver Spring, Northern (MD, KY); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ophthalmic Assistant role at Retina Group of Washington in Silver Spring, MD supports physicians by performing diagnostic tests, measurements, and procedures essential to patient evaluation and treatment planning. You will document patient information accurately in line with clinical standards while delivering compassionate care during visits.

Responsibilities include reviewing charts, taking ocular and systemic histories, and performing OCT, automated visual fields, photography, pachymetry,

Qualifications

• Performs diagnostic tests and measurements as outlined by ophthalmology team.
• Maintains accurate patient records in EMR/EHR systems.
• Demonstrates compassionate patient care in a fast-paced clinic.

Responsibilities

• Reviews patient charts for completeness and accuracy.
• Takes ocular and systemic histories and records visual acuity.
• Performs OCT, visual fields, photography, pachymetry and biometry.
• Performs slit lamp exams with tonometry and anterior segment assessment.
• Acts as scribe and assists with medications and informed consent.
• Manages patient flow and educates patients during visits.

Skills

OCT testing

Visual fields

Slit lamp exam

Documentation

Patient care

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

EMR/EHR

Job description

# Ophthalmic AssistantUS Oncology Network · Silver Spring, MDTailor My ResumeStart free. No credit card.### About the rolePractice: Retina Group of Washington, a PRISM Vision Group Partner PracticeTravel: Required between offices dependent on office/location needsCompensation: $18.00 - $34.68 per hour, based on experience and qualificationsPosition Summary:The Ophthalmic Assistant plays a vital role in supporting physicians by performing a variety of diagnostic tests, measurements, and clinical procedures essential to patient evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment planning. This individual is responsible for accurately documenting patient information in accordance with clinical, regulatory, and organizational standards while delivering exceptional patient care and service throughout the visit. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, compassionate, and committed to providing a positive patient experience in a fast-paced ophthalmic practice### Responsibilities* Reviews patient charts to ensure completeness and accuracy of information.* Takes an ocular and systemic history and accurately records visual acuity.* Performs testing required by type of exam scheduled, patient complaint and history, including but not limited to OCT, automated visual fields, photography, pachymetry, biometry.* Performs lensometry, automated refractometry, slit lamp exam including applanation tonometry and anterior chamber angle assessment, basic muscle balance testing, assesses pupils, confrontation visual fields and gross external exam.* Performs advanced ophthalmic procedures.* Acts as scribe while the physician examines patients, entering data into electronic medical records or handwritten in paper charts.* Administers topical ophthalmic or oral medications.* Assists ensuring office procedures are adhered to and required informed consent is obtained.* Assists with patient education.* Oversees patient flow throughout the day.