Certified Ophthalmic Assistant - Galveston Ophthalmology

Certified Ophthalmic Assistant - Galveston Ophthalmology

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Required:

• Current JCAHPO Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) certification.
• CPR Certification.

Preferred Qualifications:

Ophthalmology experience is preferred.

Job Summary:

Under the direct supervision of the Ophthalmic Technical Supervisor, and through collaborative teamwork, provides assistance in the diagnosis and care of ophthalmic patients.

Job Duties:

• Initiates patient work-ups in the ophthalmology clinics in a timely manner. These work-ups may include the following:
  • Visual acuities
  • Pin-hole acuities
  • Derive past medical and ocular history
  • Confrontational visual field
  • Amsler Grid Testing
  • Pupil evaluation
  • Automated and manual lensometry
  • Automated perimetry
  • Recognize extra ocular muscle imbalance
  • Stereopsis testing
  • Schirmer’s tear test
  • Estimation of anterior chamber depth
  • Goldmann tonometry
  • Tono-Pen tonometry
  • Color vision testing (Ishihara)
  • Refractometry (plus cylinder utilizing both the phoropter and trial frames)
  • Use of distometer
  • Patient education
• Performs A Scan ultrasound Biometry.
• Performs computer entry and analysis of intraocular lens calculations and distributes results according to policy.
• Performs keratometry, photokeratometry and corneal topography.
• Will assist with minor OR and laser procedures. This includes instrument set-up, a working knowledge of sterile technique, instrument cleaning and sterilization.
• Exercise proficiency in minor equipment maintenance.
• Log and organize equipment repairs for contracted maintenance.
• Performs visometry and BAT (Brightness Acuity Test).
• Other duties and responsibilities as deemed appropriate by the supervisor or practice manager.
• Assists in the maintenance of equipment, supplies and the environment.
• Assists in maintaining a clean, safe and therapeutic environment.
• Checks equipment/supplies for expiration dates, electrical safety tags, intactness and usability.
• Cleans equipment and returns to its proper place.
• Reports equipment and supplies needing replaced or repaired.
• Stocks rooms, carts, cabinets, etc. as assigned/requested.
• Respects and supports patient rights.
• Serves as patient/family advocate.
• Demonstrates character and trustworthiness by practicing principles of patient and employee confidentiality.
• Utilizes available resources and seeks assistance in dealing with ethical dilemmas, as appropriate.
• Practices positive customer and peer relations.
• Consistently communicates in a professional and courteous manner.
• Reports and seeks assistance in dealing with guest complaints/concerns.
• Establishes and maintains a positive rapport with patient/family and coworkers.
• Consistently responds to customer requests/needs in an appropriate manner.
• Consistently displays a positive image through professional behavior, understanding that we are UTMB during every contact.
• Participates in and supports continuous quality improvement activities and the clinic/departmental level.
• Embraces change by promoting teamwork and continuous process improvement.
• Utilizes and values patient, internal (performance evaluation) and external (patient satisfaction data) feedback to continuously improve performance.
• Demonstrates acceptable productivity and practices cost containment.
• Prioritizes and completes all work in an effective and efficient manner.
• Demonstrates initiative, resourcefulness and flexibility.
• Effectively and efficiently uses time, equipment and supplies.
• Functions as an interdependent and supportive team member by fostering constructive relationships with coworkers, managers and others.
• Provides support and assistance, as appropriate.
• With direction, remains calm and purposeful and responds in an appropriate, professional manner in emergent or chaotic situations.
• Participates in clinic meetings/activities and supports the clinical, departmental and organizational philosophy and goals.
• Values differences by listening to and appreciating other points of view.
• Helps team members to serve our patients.
• Accepts responsibility for own growth/development.
• Participates in in-services and ongoing education programs.
• Remains current on all in-service/education/certification requirements for position, as appropriate.
• Exchanges…