Optometry Pre-Testing Technician

Parkland Health and Hospital System (PHHS); Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Parkland Health and Hospital System (PHHS) seeks a dedicated Medical Assistant to support optometry pre-testing at Moody Outpatient Center, 3rd Floor. You will review records, gather medical/ocular history, and perform selected supervised testing to assist the physician in patient assessment.

The role requires completing an accredited Medical Assistant program, BLS certification, and at least six months of ophthalmology experience, with strong communication and documentation skills.

Qualifications

• Must have completed training through an accredited Medical Assistant training program.
• Six months of relevant Optometry or Ophthalmology experience.
• Must have current BLS for Healthcare Providers certification (AHA/Red Cross/Military).
• Must be able to communicate effectively with patients, hospital staff and the general public.
• Must document patient history in EMR.
• Must understand optometry, ocular anatomy and eye conditions.
• Must demonstrate knowledge of conducting ocular tests.

Responsibilities

• Makes initial contact with patients and performs preliminary ocular evaluations.
• Tests patients using visual field analysis, retinal imaging, OCT, and other modalities.
• Instructs patients on contact lens care and safety.
• Cleans and stocks lanes, reports depleted supplies.
• Attends in-services and continuing education clinics.
• Maintains positive relationships with patients and staff.

Skills

Effective communication

EMR documentation

Basic optometry knowledge

Ocular testing procedures

Patient care

Inventory management

Education

Accredited Medical Assistant training program

Tools

EMR software

Autorefraction equipment

Tonometry devices

Ophthalmic instruments

Job description

Parkland Health and Hospital System (PHHS) seeks a dedicated Medical Assistant to support optometry pre-testing at Moody Outpatient Center, 3rd Floor. You will review records, gather medical/ocular history, and perform selected supervised testing to assist the physician in patient assessment.

The role requires completing an accredited Medical Assistant program, BLS certification, and at least six months of ophthalmology experience, with strong communication and documentation skills.