Healthcare, Ophthalmology, Medical Practice

Ophthalmic Assistant Key-Whitman Eye Grapevine

Dallas, TXOnsiteFull TimeEntry-level (exp-based)Posted 25 days ago

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Required skills

patient history
lensometry
HVF
HRT
IOLmaster
biopen
fundus photography
visual acuities
optics
color vision testing

Nice to have

Medical/Ophthalmic Scribe
CPR
second language

Role summary

The Ophthalmic Assistant works closely with clinic physicians to perform various patient care functions, including documenting medical records and inputting treatment recommendations. Key responsibilities involve obtaining patient history, performing diagnostic tests (HVF, HRT, IOLmaster, biopen, fundus photography), conducting ocular measurements (color vision, BAT, Schirmer, Amsler grid), performing refractometry, administering medications, conducting tonometry, assisting with surgical procedures like punctal plug insertion, and providing post-operative instructions. Understanding of basic ocular pharmacology is also required. Proficiency in EMR systems and computer literacy is essential, along with strong communication and organizational skills. Experience as a medical scribe and JCAHPO certification are preferred.

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JOB TITLE: Ophthalmic Assistant

POSITION SUMMARY:

The role of the Ophthalmic Assistant is to work relatively close with the clinic physicians to perform basic, advanced, and complex functions. The Ophthalmic Assistant will document the patient’s medical record and to input any recommended treatment and/or procedures that may be performed by the doctor

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following:

Obtains accurate patient history

Performs lensometry

Performs diagnostic testing of the eye while having a basic understanding and knowledge of these tests such as HVF, HRT, IOLmaster, biopen and basic fundus photography

Obtains accurate visual acuities with basic optics understanding

Demonstrates ability to perform functional ocular measurements of the eye such as color vision testing, B AT testing, schirmer tests and Amsler grid tests

Demonstrates ability to perform accurate and repeat able refractometry

Administers topical ophthalmic medications

Performs accurate tonometry by tonopen or applanation

Maintains and sterilizes surgical instructions

Assists physicians with the instillation of punctual plugs

Verbalizes post operative instructions in a clear and professional manner to patients for any procedure performed at Key-Whitman Eye Center

Understanding basic ocular pharmacology; names of meds and their uses

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES):

Minimum 1 Year Medical/Ophthalmic Scribe experience preferred

High School Diploma or GED

Some college coursework or Associates degree preferred

JCAHPO certification preferred

CPR preferred

Strong communication and interpersonal skill

Able to think quickly and be attentive

Be able to work in a fast paced, team environment

Communicate effectively with patients, physicians and staff members

Must demonstrate commitment to ongoing educations and uphold to the highest ethical principles of maintaining confidentiality

Proficient in EMR and computer literacy

Well organized and attentive to detail

Proficiency in a second language highly desirable

HIPAA knowledge and compliance

Benefits:

Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance

Health Savings Account with an employer contribution

Life Insurance

PTO

401(k) retirement plan with a company match

And more!

Our organization is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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