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Nebraska Medicine

Ophthalmic Assistant

Omaha, NE · On-site

$17 - $22.25/hr

... exceptional care through collaboration. * Leading Health Network Work with the region's top ... Ophthalmic Assistant Provide administrative, technical, and quality patient care support to an ...

OSF HealthCare

Ophthalmic Assistant

Peoria, IL · On-site

$21.93 - $25.80/hr

Total Rewards OSF HealthCare is dedicated to provide Mission Partners with a comprehensive and ... The Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) generates important preliminary information to be used by the ...

US Eye

RHC - Ophthalmic Assistant

Fort Myers, FL · On-site

OPHTHALMIC ASSISTANT About US Eye: US Eye, is a physician-led, patient-centric network of eye care ... With offices in Fort Myers and Naples, Florida, Retina Health Center offers superior care in the ...

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Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) or Ophthalmic Healthcare Specialist (Entry-Level)

Minneapolis, MN • On-site

Hennepin Healthcare
Health Care and Social Assistance • 5 - 10K employees
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$19.50 - $26.25/hr

Full-time

Posted 9 days ago

Hennepin Healthcare rating

7.4

Company rating: 7.4 out of 10

Based on 44 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

263rd of 898 rated healthcare providers

Job description

JOB DETAILS
Department: CSC Eye Clinic
FTE: 1.0 (80 hours per pay period)
Workdays: Monday - Friday
Shift(s): Days
Shift Length: 8 hours
Location: In-Person

Purpose of this position: Under close direction of a certified technician, performs work of moderate difficulty in performing a wide range of diagnostic tests for visual acuity and for use by providers in the diagnosis and care of diseases of the eyes.

RESPONSIBILITIES - Healthcare Specialist

  • Performs the following job functions under supervision of a certified Technician:
  • Obtains and documents medical and ophthalmic history of patients 
  • Performs and documents a wide range of diagnostic tests and studies such as visual acuity, refraction, central field, and peripheral field testing 
  • Performs tests for color vision, fusion, biometric ruling, retinal correspondence, intra-ocular pressure, corneal sensitivity, pupillary reactions, and diagnosing glaucoma 
  • Performs slit lamp photography, contact lens fittings, and diagnostic ultrasound
  • May administer ophthalmic medications 
  • Operates and maintains appropriate medical or diagnostic equipment
  • Performs related work as required, but only after appropriate training

RESPONSIBILITIES - Ophthalmic Assistant (COA)

  • Obtains and documents medical and ophthalmic history of patients
  • Performs and documents a wide range of diagnostic tests and studies such as visual acuity, refraction, central field, and peripheral field testing
  • Performs tests for color vision, fusion, biometric ruling, retinal correspondence, intra-ocular pressure, corneal sensitivity, pupillary reactions, and diagnosing glaucoma
  • Performs slit lamp photography, contact lens fittings, and diagnostic ultrasound
  • May administer ophthalmic medications
  • May set up and assist in office surgery
  • Operates and maintains appropriate medical or diagnostic equipment
  • May assist with clinical research studies
  • Orients medical residents in basic ophthalmic examination techniques
  • Performs related work as required, but only after appropriate training
RESPONSIBILITIES - Ophthalmic Technician (COT)
  • Obtains and documents medical and ophthalmic history of patients
  • Performs and documents a wide range of diagnostic tests and studies such as visual acuity, refraction, central field, and peripheral field testing
  • Performs tests for color vision, fusion, biometric ruling, retinal correspondence, intra-ocular pressure, corneal sensitivity, pupillary reactions, and diagnosing glaucoma
  • Performs slit lamp photography, contact lens fittings, and diagnostic ultrasound
  • May administer ophthalmic medications
  • May set up and assist in office surgery
  • May triage patient calls, messages and walk-ins as appropriate
  • Operates and maintains appropriate medical or diagnostic equipment
  • Assists in the planning and selection of new equipment
  • May assist with clinical research studies
  • Orients medical residents in basic ophthalmic examination techniques
  • Performs related work as required, but only after appropriate training

QUALIFICATIONS - Healthcare Specialist
Minimum Qualifications:

  • High School Diploma or equivalent
  • Two years' experience in customer service involving complex analytical problem-solving skills
  • One year of experience in a related field
    OR
  • An approved equivalent combination of education and experience

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Ability to perform specialized clinical tasks and procedures in alignment with HHS standards 
  • Knowledge of medical terminology 
  • Ability to effectively interview patients and collect information required to obtain medical history and to accurately register and/or schedule patients 
  • Ability to work cohesively and respectfully with a diverse work force and patient population 
  • Ability to prioritize, organize, and communicate with multidisciplinary staff 

Knowledge/ Skills/ Abilities:

  • Customer service skills
  • Problem solving skills

QUALIFICATIONS - Ophthalmic Assistant
Minimum Qualifications:

  • Completion of an ophthalmic assistant program accredited by The Joint Commission on Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology (JCAHPO)
    OR
     
  • An approved equivalent combination of education and experience
    Current certification as a Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) by The Joint Commission on Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology (JCAHPO) or eligible for certification.

Newly hired or promoted Ophthalmic Assistants who are not certified must begin the process to take the certification exam within the first six months of employment as an Ophthalmic Assistant, and must pass both parts of the exam (written and skill evaluation) within one (1) year of hire or promotion.

QUALIFICATIONS - Ophthalmic Technician
Minimum Qualifications:

  • Completion of an ophthalmic assistant program accredited by The Joint Commission on Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology (JCAHPO)
    OR
     
  • An approved equivalent combination of education and experience
    Current certification as a Certified Ophthalmic Technician (COT) by The Joint Commission on Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology (JCAHPO) or eligible for certification.

Newly hired or promoted Ophthalmic Technician who are not certified must begin the process to take the certification exam within the first six months of employment as an Ophthalmic Technician, and must pass both parts of the exam (written and skill evaluation) within one (1) year of hire or promotion.

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