Ophthalmic Assistant

The Ophthalmic Assistant is responsible for functioning as an assistant to an Ophthalmologist or Optometrist, providing basic direct patient care and performing pre-testing of patients.

• Reports directly to the Operations Manager.

• Perform a variety of visual acuity testing, pupillary evaluation and diagnostic tests. Administer eye medications and irrigating solutions under the supervision of the Ophthalmologist or Optometrist.
• Obtain basic medical history and chief complaint from patients including past ocular, medical, family and social history utilizing the Eye Institute's electronic medical record system.
• Order ocular testing.
• Perform basic diagnostic skills and testing, which may include:
  • Manual/auto lensometry
  • VEP testing
  • Pachymetry
  • Keratometry
  • Visual fields
  • Contact lens instruction
  • Tonometry
  • Fundus photography
• Clean and stock exam rooms and nursing station. Complete order forms for replenishment of supplies.
• Comply with the Springfield Clinic incident reporting policy and procedures.
• Adhere to all OSHA and Springfield Clinic training & accomplishments as required per policy.
• Provide excellent customer service and adhere to Springfield Clinic's Code of Conduct and Ethics Standards.
• Perform other job duties as assigned.

• High school diploma required.

• CPR certification per American Heart Association guidelines required within 30 days of hire.
• Ability to take and pass a Certified Ophthalmic Assistant examination within the first 18 months of employment.

• Possess general medical knowledge. A basic understanding of ocular anatomy and diseases, familiarity with ophthalmic medications, contact lenses and glasses preferred.
• General knowledge of medical equipment and instrument maintenance and calibration.

• Medical clinic environment.

• HIPAA1