Ophthalmic Assistant
Responsibilities
Sanitize all patient care areas before opening for business.
Prepare examination lanes and diagnostic equipment daily.
Turn on computers and equipment, ensuring all systems function properly.
Ensure adequate stock of disposable supplies.
Review patient records to familiarize yourself with their needs prior to their visit.
Greet patients warmly, answer questions, and create a comfortable environment during exams.
Obtain and document a thorough patient history, including multiple elements.
Accurately record medication information, including dosage, route of administration, and frequency.
Conduct vision assessments at various distances, including distance, intermediate, near, and pinhole when necessary.
Perform autorefraction and obtain glasses prescriptions.
Measure eye pressure using non-contact tonometry or iCare.
Conduct in-office diagnostic tests such as:
Osmolarity testing
InflammaDry
AdenoPlus
Retina Acuity Meter (RAM)
Color vision and stereo testing
OCT (Optical Coherence Tomography)
Visual field testing
Corneal tomography
Corneal endothelial cell count
Fundus photography
Optical biometry
Ultrasound
Perform manifest refraction.
Clean and sanitize exam lanes and equipment between patients.
Complete various medical forms (e.g., work excuses, FMLA forms, return-to-work notes, school excuses).
Answer phone calls and communicate with patients and team members professionally.
Schedule patient appointments as needed.
Clean and sterilize instruments.
Assist with office procedures, including setup, support, and cleanup.
Maintain and update patient databases.
Close down examination lanes, computers, and diagnostic equipment at the end of each day.
Monitor and maintain inventory of medical supplies (at least weekly).
Qualifications
Minimum of one year of experience as an ophthalmic assistant in an eye care provider’s office.
Excellent communication skills.
Strong computer skills, including proficiency in electronic health records (EHR) and navigating websites/applications.
Strong written communication skills, with proper grammar and spelling, as documentation will primarily be done via EHR.
Bilingual skills are a plus (especially in Spanish, Vietnamese, or Mandarin).
Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) or Ophthalmic Technician (OT) certification is a plus.
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