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Ophthalmic Assistant Key-Whitman Grapevine

Dallas, TXOnsiteFull TimeEntry-level (exp-based)Posted 22 days agoVisa sponsorship available

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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, and assisting with minor surgical procedures like punctual plug insertion. The role also requires understanding basic ocular pharmacology and maintaining surgical instrument sterility. Proficiency in EMR systems, computer literacy, and HIPAA compliance are essential. Preferred qualifications include medical/ophthalmic scribe experience, JCAHPO certification, and CPR certification. Strong communication, organizational skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced team environment are crucial.

Accessibility Note:

Surgery Partners is committed to complying with all applicable provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act, as amended (“ADA”), and applicable state and local laws. It is the Company’s policy not to discriminate against any qualified people or applicant with regard to any terms or conditions of employment on the basis of such individual’s disability. Consistent with this policy of non-discrimination, the Company will provide reasonable accommodations to an individual with a disability, as defined in the ADA or applicable law, who has made the Company aware of his/her disability, unless doing so would cause an undue hardship to the Company. If you are an applicant and need a reasonable accommodation when applying for job opportunities within the Company or request a reasonable accommodation to utilize the Company’s online employment application, please contact talentacquisition@surgerypartners.com

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!

Equal Employment Opportunity & Work Force Diversity

Our organization is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on race, color, creed, sex, religion, marital status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, parental status, sexual orientation, veteran status, genetic testing results or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state or local laws. This practice relates to all personnel matters such as compensation, benefits, training, promotions, transfers, layoffs, etc. Furthermore, our organization is committed to going beyond the legal requirements of equal employment opportunity to take positive actions which ensure diversity in the workplace and result in a multi-cultural organization.

Surgery Partners conducts pre-employment screenings including but not limited to criminal background checks and drug testing.

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