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Ophthalmic Assistant

Ophthalmic Assistant

Springfield Clinic • Springfield, IL, United States
17 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Job Description

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.

Job Relationships

  • Reports directly to the Operations Manager.

Principal Responsibilities

  • 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.

Education/Experience

  • High school diploma required.

Licenses/Certificates

  • 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.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

  • 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.

Working Environment

  • Medical clinic environment.

PHI/Privacy Level

  • HIPAA1
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