Optometrist Assistant Role

7 days ago


Beaverton, Oregon, United States Kaiser Permanente Full time
About the Position

We are seeking a skilled Optometrist Assistant to join our team at Kaiser Permanente. This is a full-time role based in Beaverton, Oregon.


Job Summary

The successful candidate will assist and support doctors of optometry in providing high-quality patient care. Under the direct supervision of the doctor, the Optometrist Assistant will be responsible for performing various tasks, including recording patient medical and visual history, preparing clinical information, and assisting with therapeutic procedures.


Main Responsibilities
  • Accurately record patients' medical and visual history, review and prepare other clinical information (PST, Medicare refresh, etc.) for the doctor(s). Take and record patient vitals when indicated in EMR. Perform appropriate pre-testing, such as assessing gross visual skills, extraocular muscle action and pupillary reflexes. Perform OCT, Visual Fields and Diabetic Photos. Maintain accurate records and reports as instructed by the doctor. Instill eye-drops when ordered by the doctor. Assist in therapeutic procedures such as foreign body removal.
  • Receive and process phone calls and other patient communication, from patients, assess the nature of the situation and manage triage accordingly. Manage all aspects of doctor(s) schedule, including booking appointments.
  • Maintain diagnostic and therapeutic instruments and equipment to ensure that they are clean and accurate. Assess condition of instruments and arrange for repair and/or recalibration as necessary. Maintain instruments and medications for ophthalmic therapeutics; ensure that instruments and medications are available and sterile.
  • Respond to patient concerns and resolve or forward them to the proper person or area for resolution.
  • Coordinate patient optometric care with optical dispensing, membership services, family practice, ophthalmology, pharmacy and other KP departments and services.
  • Follow all KP policies, procedures, and behavior guidelines and standards for the treatment of members and confidentiality of their care. Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

To be considered for this position, you must have:


  • A minimum of one year back office clinical experience directly supporting a medical provider OR completion of an accredited clinical assistant program (I.E. MAs, CNAs, LPNs, Dental Assistants, and Patient Care Techs), AND the willingness to participate in on-the-job training in KP's Optometry training program.
  • A High School Diploma or General Education Development (GED) required.
  • A Paraoptometric Technician Certificate within 24 months of hire from American Optometric Association OR Paraoptometric Assistant Certificate within 24 months of hire from American Optometric Association OR Ophthalmic Assistant Certificate within 24 months of hire from The Joint Commission on Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology OR Ophthalmic Technician Certificate within 24 months of hire from The Joint Commission on Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology.
  • Registered Medical Assistant (Washington) within 2 months of hire.

Preferred Qualifications

Prior experience in optometric or ophthalmic practice is highly desirable. Familiarity with optometric and optical terminology, as well as knowledge of basic science and optics, is also preferred.


Estimated Salary

The estimated annual salary for this position is around $60,000 - $80,000 depending on experience and qualifications.



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