Certified Ophthalmic Assistant

1 week ago

Towson, Maryland, United States Greater Baltimore Medical Center Full time

Under direct supervision, assists the Ophthalmologist in caring for the eye patient by providing important and preliminary information on the patient's medical condition that is obtained through a variety of visual acuity and ocular motility tests and through ophthalmic photography.

Maintains equipment to ensure valid and reliable results.

Education:
Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) preferred (must complete COA certification within one year of hire)

HS or GED

Experience:
1-2 Years' Experience in clinical ophthalmic setting (COA may be substituted for years of experience)

Licensures/Certifications:
Current CPR certification.

Certification as Ophthalmic Assistant from the Joint Commission on Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology (JCAHPO) preferred.

Physical Requirements

Continuous attention to detail and ability to make continual fine sensory discrimination up to 80% of work time.

Working Conditions:
Exposure to certain distasteful patient care activities and communicable diseases in moderate.

Skills:
1-2 Years' Experience in clinical ophthalmic setting (COA may be substituted for years of experience)

Skills:

  • Basic knowledge of anatomy, physiology, systemic diseases, ocular diseases, ocular emergencies.
  • Basic knowledge of ophthalmic instrumentation; knowledge and performance of techniques to measure the patient's visual acuity and ocular motility and to administer eye drops, ointments, etc.
  • Basic knowledge of oral medications and invasive techniques.
  • Skill in data analysis and interpretation.
  • Skill in oral and written communication.
  • Ability to file and retrieve records.

Principles Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Assists the Ophthalmologist in diagnostic, therapeutic and corrective procedures. Generates important and preliminary information for use by the Ophthalmologist and provides basic and routine patient care activities.
  • Performs a variety of basic clinical tests on patients such as visual acuity tests, color vision testing, lensometry, exophthalmometry, Amsler Grid, Schirmer's Tests, evaluation of pupil, tonometry, keratometry, retinoscopy, and refractometry.
  • Provides basic patient care such as administering eye drops, ointments, and irrigating solutions to the eye.
  • Maintains accurate and complete records of all tests performed, preliminary transfer and analysis of data and recovery of charts for review. Informs the ophthalmologist of any adverse test results that may need immediate medical attention.
  • Ensures exam rooms are setup and ready for use at beginning of day. Closes exam rooms at the end of the day.
  • Inputs patient information (i.e. name, age, diagnosis) into database. Perform various clerical duties including filing and retrieving patient, handling telephone messages, and the like.
  • Recognizes errors or equipment malfunctions. Calibrates, makes necessary adjustments, cleans and maintains equipment (i.e. acuity projectors, ophthalmoscopes, retinoscopes, lensometers, perimeters, slit lamps, phoropters) used to insure accurate and reliable results.

All roles must demonstrate GBMC Values:
Respect

I will treat everyone with courtesy. I will foster a healing environment.

  • Treats others with fairness, kindness, and respect for personal dignity and privacy
  • Listens and responds appropriately to others' needs, feelings, and capabilities
Excellence

I will strive for superior performance in every aspect of my work. I will recognize and celebrate the accomplishments of others.

  • Meets and/or exceeds customer expectations
  • Actively pursues learning and self-development
  • Pays attention to detail; follows through
Accountability

I will be professional in the way I act, look and speak. I will take ownership to solve problems.

  • Sets a positive, professional example for others
  • Takes ownership of problems and does what is needed to solve them
  • Appropriately plans and utilizes required resources for various job duties
  • Reports to work regularly and on time
Teamwork

I will be engaged and collaborative. I will keep people informed.

  • Works cooperatively and collaboratively with others for the success of the team
  • Addresses and resolves conflict in a positive way
  • Seeks out the ideas of others to reach the best solutions
  • Acknowledges and celebrates the contribution of others
Ethical Behavior

I will always act with honesty and integrity. I will protect the patient.

  • Demonstrates honesty, integrity and good judgment
  • Respects the cultural, psychosocial, and spiritual needs of patients/families/coworkers
Results

I will set goals and measure outcomes that support organizational goals. I will give and accept help to achieve goals.

  • Embraces change and improvement in the work environment
  • Continuously seeks to improve the quality of products/services
  • Displays flexibility in dealing with new situations or obstacles
  • Achieves results on time by focusing on priorities and manages time efficiently
COVID-19 Vaccination


All applicants must be fully vaccinated against Covid-19 or obtain a GBMC approved medical or religious exemption prior to starting employment at GBMC Healthcare, to include Gilchrist and GBMC Health Partners.

Equal Employment Opportunity

GBMC HealthCare and its affiliates are Equal Opportunity employers.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

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