Ophthalmic Assistant
4 weeks ago
Springfield Clinic is seeking a Ophthalmic Assistant for a job in Springfield, Illinois.
Job Description & Requirements- Specialty: Ophthalmic Assistant
- Discipline: Allied Health Professional
- Duration: Ongoing
- Employment Type: Staff
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 and 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
Springfield Clinic Job ID #5260. Posted job title: ophthalmic assistant
About Springfield ClinicSpringfield Clinic has been recognized as on of the top 100 workplaces to work for 2 years running. We are proud to deliver exceptional care to our community and strive to be the best healthcare organization in the Midwest and the country. As an employee of Springfield Clinic you would be joining a team of talented individuals that strive to be the best in the industry, every day.
Benefits- Guaranteed Hours
- Continuing Education
- 401k retirement plan
- Wellness and fitness programs
- Employee assistance programs
- Discount program
- Medical benefits
- Holiday Pay
- Dental benefits
- Vision benefits
- Benefits start day 1
- Life insurance
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