Ophthalmic Assistant - Ophthalmology - FT - Day

## Ophthalmic Assistant
- Ophthalmology - FT
- Day Apply locations:
Topeka, KStime type:
Full time posted on:
Posted Todayjob requisition :
req
23682

Position Status:

Full time

Shift: First Shift (Days
- Less than 12 hours per shift) (United States of America)
Hours per week:40

Job Information  Exemption Status:
Non-Exempt    A Brief Overview  Ophthalmic Assistants provide vision care under the supervision of a licensed ophthalmologist. They assist with taking patient histories, performing diagnostic tests and procedures, patient scheduling and exam room preparation.
Education Qualifications
* High School Diploma / GED Required Experience Qualifications
* 2 years Experience in the medical field with direct patient care. Preferred
* 2 years Experience as a Ophthalmic Assistant. Preferred

Skills and Abilities

* Skilled in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with patients and medical staff. (Required proficiency)
* Ability to use Microsoft office products. (Preferred proficiency)
* Ability to work within Electronic Medical record. (Preferred proficiency)
Licenses and Certifications
* Joint Commission on Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology (JCAHPO) is preferred within 24 months of hire.

What you will do
* Assist physician in taking patient histories.
* Preforms specified diagnostic tests and procedures within the scope of certification.
* Preforms instrument maintenance in accordance with organizational policies and procedures.
* Provides patient education on tests, procedures, and diagnosis.
* Coordinates communication with patients regarding their care to include phone calls, emails, faxes, and letters.
* Schedules appointments with appropriate providers and documents requests, reports received, and approvals.
* Compiles medical work up results for provider review.
* Writing, editing, and filing patient medical records.
* Complete in Basket tasks, including medication refills, schedule appointments and complete requests.

Required for All Jobs
* Complies with all policies, standards, mandatory training and requirements of Stormont Vail Health
* Performs other duties as assigned

Patient Facing Options
* Position is Patient Facing Remote Work Guidelines
* Workspace is a quiet and distraction-free allowing the ability to comply with all security and privacy standards.
* Stable access to electricity and a minimum of 25mb upload and internet speed.
* Dedicate full attention to the job duties and communication with others during working hours.
* Adhere to break and attendance schedules agreed upon with supervisor.
* Abide by Stormont Vail’s Remote Worker Policy and will review and acknowledge the Remote Work Agreement annually.

Remote Work Capability
* On-Site;
No Remote Scope
* No Supervisory Responsibility
* No Budget Responsibility No Budget Responsibility Physical Demands
* Balancing:
Occasionally 1-3 Hours
* Carrying:
Frequently 3-5 Hours
* Climbing (Stairs):
Occasionally 1-3 Hours
* Crawling:
Rarely less than 1 hour
* Crouching:
Rarely less than 1 hour
* Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination:
Continuously greater than 5 hours
* Feeling:
Occasionally 1-3 Hours
* Grasping (Fine Motor):
Continuously greater than 5 hours
* Grasping (Gross Hand):
Continuously greater than 5 hours
* Handling:
Continuously greater than 5 hours
* Hearing:
Continuously greater than 5 hours
* Kneeling:
Occasionally 1-3 Hours
* Lifting:
Occasionally 1-3 Hours up to 20 lbs
* Operate Foot Controls:
Frequently 3-5 Hours
* Pulling:
Frequently 3-5 Hours up to 20 lbs
* Pushing:
Frequently 3-5 Hours up to 20 lbs
* Reaching (Forward):
Frequently 3-5 Hours up to 10 lbs
* Reaching (Overhead):
Frequently 3-5 Hours up to 10 lbs
* Repetitive Motions:
Frequently 3-5 Hours
* Sitting:
Frequently 3-5 Hours
* Standing:
Occasionally 1-3 Hours
* Stooping:
Occasionally 1-3 Hours
* Talking:
Frequently 3-5 Hours
* Walking:
Frequently 3-5 Hours Working Conditions
* Chemical:
Occasionally 1-3 Hours
* Combative Patients:
Rarely less than 1 hour
* Dusts:
Rarely less than 1 hour
* Electrical:
Rarely less than 1 hour
* Infectious Diseases:
Rarely less than 1 hour
* Needle Stick:
Rarely less than 1 hour
* Noise/Sounds:
Rarely less than 1 hour
* Other Atmospheric Conditions:
Rarely less than 1 hour
* Risk of…