Retinal Ophthalmic Assistant

Description

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Title: Ophthalmic Assistant Status: Non-Exempt

Department: Clinic Reports To: Clinic Administrator

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Job Summary:

Demonstrates ability to multi-task by working up patients, scribing and performing diagnostic testing as needed. Gathers pertinent medical information and performs a variety of patient testing to assist doctors with diagnosis and treatment. Requires prolonged standing.

Responsibilities:

1. Greets patients, introduces self and guides to appropriate exam area
2. Reviews pertinent patient information on chart to assist doctor with patient care
3. Performs Basic Elements of an Eye Exam:
4. History Taking: Ocular, Medical, Surgical, and Family History ; Chief Complaint; Medications and Allergies
5. Visual Acuity Testing (near, distance, pinhole)
6. Auto refraction & Lensometry Testing (manual and automated)
7. Applanation Tonometry
8. Topography
9. Pupil evaluation
10. Instill Ocular Medications
11. Evaluation of Ocular Motility and Muscle Alignment
12. Confrontation Visual Field Testing and Humphrey Visual Field Testing
13. Stereo and Color Vision Testing as needed
14. Performs contact lens fittings as directed by doctor
15. Educates patient on contact lens insertion and removal instructions
16. Scribes patient chart notes for doctor as required
17. Performs diagnostic testing as ordered by doctor
18. Writes glasses and contact lens prescriptions as ordered by doctor
19. Provides patient education in accordance with established protocol
20. Codes router with diagnosis and exam/procedure codes
21. Monitors patient flow by directing doctor to the next patient
22. Fills out necessary medical forms as necessary, i.e. DPS forms, workers comp
23. Processes pharmacy refill orders as required (E-scribe)
24. Responsible for daily maintenance and stocking of exam lanes (open and close)
25. Escorts and/or transports patients to check out desk/optical
26. Assists with scheduling appointment with outside doctor when necessary (i.e. referral to retina specialist)
27. Maintains CPR certification
28. Maintains sterile technique in accordance with OSHA standards
29. Maintains patient confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA guidelines
30. Maintains positive working relationship with doctors and all staff members
31. Assists doctor with in office minor procedures i.e. punctual plug insertion, epilation, chalazion excision
32. Other duties as assigned

Essential Skills and Abilities:

1. Demonstrates effective written and oral communication skills
2. Must have the ability to work efficiently
3. Strong customer service focus and interpersonal skills
4. Detail oriented
5. Legible handwriting
6. Strong customer service
7. Ability to interact with patients, Doctors and co-workers in a team oriented environment

Education and Experience:

1. High school degree or equivalent
2. Medical management computer software and windows based operating system knowledge