Certified Ophthalmic Assistant; COA; UTHP Ophthalmology UCCH

Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) (UTHP Ophthalmology UCCH) (Recruitment Incentive - $1,500)

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Under general supervision, responsible for providing assistance with a variety of basic technical procedures and administering treatments as directed. Performs routine and standardized tasks in preparation for patient examinations, and assists during the examinations while ensuring a steady and even flow of patients through the clinic.

• Performs basic ocular function tests (measures and records) and evaluation of pupils to assist the Ophthalmologist in the treatment and care of patients.
• Assists physician with minor surgical procedures, including room set-up.
• Performs a variety of procedures and techniques.
• Maintains ophthalmic and surgical instruments clean, sterile and operational.
• Reports missing or unserviceable equipment and maintains appearance and stocking of supplies and forms in exam rooms.
• Maintains all related logs such as spore testing logs, refrigerator logs, and keeps track of instruments.
• Performs efficient, accurate, and legible patient workups to include patient interviews, obtaining and documenting medical history, medication history, chief complaint, and information relative to the treatment and care of patients.
• Administers eye and oral medications as directed.
• Changes dressings and instructs patients and/or parents of in‑home care.
• Understands, communicates, and adheres to rules regarding patient consent for procedures.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

• Demonstrated working knowledge of basic medical anatomy, eye anatomy, diseases, symptoms, and ocular medications.
• Understands and adheres to proper sterile techniques.
• Knowledge of standard medical abbreviations.

High school diploma or GED is required.

Meet and maintain the minimum requirements for JCAHPO certification as a Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA).

Some related experience is required; one (1) year technical experience is preferred.

UT Health San Antonio offers an excellent benefits package for its employees. Employees who work at least 20 hours a week, with an appointment of at least 4.5 months, are eligible for benefits.

UT SELECT Medical insurance is offered free for employees and administered by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas. Family members can be added to the plan through payroll deduction. Employees and their dependents can also receive discounted copays and coinsurance when using UT Health Physicians, a network of 800 premier physicians including more than 100 specialists.

Employees receive $50,000 of group term life insurance and $50,000 of basic accidental death and dismemberment insurance for free, with options to purchase additional employee and dependent coverage for both at group rates.

Three dental insurance plan options are available for employees and their families through Delta Dental Insurance Company, two PPOs and one dental HMO plan. Both PPO plans allow employees to choose any licensed dentist.

Fully insured Vision Care benefits are offered by Superior Vision Services. Two vision plan options that offer either standard or enhanced vision benefits.

Employees can enroll in the Disability Insurance which provides income if a non–work related illness or injury prevents you from working.

Employees can enroll in flexible spending accounts (FSAs) to set aside money from earnings before taxes for qualifying dependent day care expenses or out‑of‑pocket health care expenses.

Employees are eligible for either the Teacher Retirement System (TRS) or the Optional Retirement Plan (ORP). TRS is a defined benefit retirement plan which UT Health matches employee contributions. ORP is for eligible faculty staff employees. Voluntary retirement programs are also available to invest before‑ or after‑tax dollars with the choice of five quality retirement plan providers.

• Front‑loaded Paid Time Off: 128 to 208 hours (16 to 26 days)…