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Ophthalmic Assistant

Surgery Partners, Inc, Grapevine, TX, United States


Overview Now Hiring: KW Eye Consultants of TX - Grapevine

JOB TITLE:

Ophthalmic Assistant

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 input any recommended treatment and/or procedures that may be performed by the doctor.

Responsibilities

Obtains accurate patient history

Performs lensometry

Performs diagnostic testing of the eye with knowledge of 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 such as color vision testing, B AT testing, Schirmer tests and Amsler grid tests

Demonstrates ability to perform accurate and repeatable refractometry

Administers topical ophthalmic medications

Performs accurate tonometry by tonopen or applanation

Maintains and sterilizes surgical instruments

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 education and uphold 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.

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