Senior Ophthalmic Assistant: Vision Tests & Patient Care

Washington University in St. Louis; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation & holidays

Health insurance

Metro U-Pass

403(b) Retirement Plan

Job summary

Washington University in St. Louis seeks an Ophthalmic Assistant to provide advanced administrative and technical support in a clinical setting. You will gather medical information and perform visual screening prior to visits with the ophthalmologist.

Responsibilities include conducting visual field tests, aiding in patient workups, and assisting with minor procedures. A high school diploma and BLS certification are required; prior ophthalmology experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or equivalent.
• BLS certification (American Heart Association or Red Cross) required.
• Experience in ophthalmology/clinic environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs kinetic and static visual fields tests (Goldman & Humphrey).
• Assists with patient history and clinical work-up.
• Instructs patients on office evaluations and physician instructions.
• Performs A-Scan ultrasound testing and other ophthalmic tests.
• Assists physicians with minor surgical procedures and general duties.

Skills

Confidentiality

Detail-Oriented

Interactive Communication

Medical Abbreviations

Medical Screening

Medical Terminology

Medical Ultrasound

Operational Efficiency

Patient Care Services

Patient Management

Perform Testing

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Washington University in St. Louis seeks an Ophthalmic Assistant to provide advanced administrative and technical support in a clinical setting. You will gather medical information and perform visual screening prior to visits with the ophthalmologist.

Responsibilities include conducting visual field tests, aiding in patient workups, and assisting with minor procedures. A high school diploma and BLS certification are required; prior ophthalmology experience is preferred.