Ophthalmic Assistant COA COT Allouez

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Back Ophthalmic Assistant/COA/COT - Full time - Allouez Clinic #25-608 Green Bay, Wisconsin, United States.

Ophthalmic Assistant/COA/COT This position will work full time at 40 hours per week. We are an organization that values kindness, responsibility, inclusivity, wellness and inspiration. At Prevea, we provide continuous education, training and support so every member of the team contributes to our success.

Prevea Health is the best place to get care and the best place to give care.

Prevea Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.

At Prevea Health the Ophthalmic Assistant, Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) or Certified Ophthalmic Technician (COT) is responsible for assisting optometrist and ophthalmologists in providing high-quality patient care by conducting preliminary eye exams, gathering medical histories, and performing diagnostic tests. Ensure accurate documentation, maintain clinical equipment, and support a smooth and efficient workflow in the ophthalmic clinic.

• Perform essential rooming tasks, including patient medical history, background documentation, and administering eye drops.
• Conduct and interpret various eye care diagnostic tests and exams, such as Visual Field, OCT, Topography, and Fundus Photography.
• Assess ocular motility, pupil reactions, and confrontational fields. Additionally, perform retinoscopy or obtain a manifest refraction as needed.
• Clean and maintain exam rooms, instruments and equipment, ensuring infection control standards are met.
• Ensure appropriate levels of medical supplies for each patient’s room; order supplies when needed.
• Prescribe refills as directed for medications related to eye conditions, including drops, steroids, and antibiotics, following established treatment protocols for consistency.
• Manage patient phone calls within the scope of practice, such as processing contact lens orders, and communicate relevant patient inquiries to providers as needed.
• Coordinate provider schedules/appointments and prepare patient charts.
• As a COA or COT, triage patient concerns regarding eye changes in condition and ability to schedule appropriately (e.g., floaters) including patient education for procedures and surgery.
• Prepare patients for their visit with the optometrist and/or ophthalmologist, including minor in-office surgeries and laser procedures.
• Assist physicians with interoffice surgical procedures and laser treatments; set up lasers for physician use.
• Order imaging tests and support other clinical duties as needed.

• Certification as Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) or Ophthalmic Technician (COT) as applicable.

• Experience in performing eye care diagnostic tests and assisting ophthalmic physicians is preferred.

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