Ophthalmic Assistant

Status: Non-Exempt

Department: Clinic

Reports To: Clinic Administrator

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Job Summary:

Demonstrates ability to multi-task by working up patients, scribing and performing diagnostic testing as needed. Gathers pertinent medical information and performs a variety of patient testing to assist doctors with diagnosis and treatment. Requires prolonged standing.

Responsibilities:

• Greets patients, introduces self and guides to appropriate exam area
• Reviews pertinent patient information on chart to assist doctor with patient care
• Performs Basic Elements of an Eye Exam:
• History Taking: Ocular, Medical, Surgical, and Family History ; Chief Complaint; Medications and Allergies
• Visual Acuity Testing (near, distance, pinhole)
• Auto refraction & Lensometry Testing (manual and automated)
• Applanation Tonometry
• Topography
• Pupil evaluation
• Instill Ocular Medications
• Evaluation of Ocular Motility and Muscle Alignment
• Confrontation Visual Field Testing and Humphrey Visual Field Testing
• Stereo and Color Vision Testing as needed
• Performs contact lens fittings as directed by doctor
• Educates patient on contact lens insertion and removal instructions
• Scribes patient chart notes for doctor as required
• Performs diagnostic testing as ordered by doctor
• Writes glasses and contact lens prescriptions as ordered by doctor
• Provides patient education in accordance with established protocol
• Codes router with diagnosis and exam/procedure codes
• Monitors patient flow by directing doctor to the next patient
• Fills out necessary medical forms as necessary, i.e. DPS forms, workers comp
• Processes pharmacy refill orders as required (E-scribe)
• Responsible for daily maintenance and stocking of exam lanes (open and close)
• Escorts and/or transports patients to check out desk/optical
• Assists with scheduling appointment with outside doctor when necessary (i.e. referral to retina specialist)
• Maintains CPR certification
• Maintains sterile technique in accordance with OSHA standards
• Maintains patient confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA guidelines
• Maintains positive working relationship with doctors and all staff members
• Assists doctor with in office minor procedures i.e. punctual plug insertion, epilation, chalazion excision
• Other duties as assigned

Essential Skills and Abilities:

• Demonstrates effective written and oral communication skills
• Must have the ability to work efficiently
• Strong customer service focus and interpersonal skills
• Detail oriented
• Legible handwriting
• Strong customer service
• Ability to interact with patients, Doctors and co-workers in a team oriented environment

Education and Experience:

• High school degree or equivalent
• Medical management computer software and windows based operating system knowledge