Certified Ophthalmic Assistant

02270 WFBMG University Group Practice: Winston Salem Midway - Ophthalmology

Full time

Yes

40

Monday-Friday 8am-5pm

Pay Range

$21.85 - $32.80

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

• High School diploma or GED equivalent.

LICENSURE, CERTIFICATION, and/or REGISTRATION:

• Certification by the Joint Commission on Allied Health Personnel (JCAHPO) in Ophthalmology at the Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) level.
• CPR certification.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Performs preliminary screenings as ordered via physician including but not limited to providing detailed patient medical/ocular histories, obtaining visual acuity, tonometry, lensometry, pupil exam, instilling ocular medication, and visual field testing.
• Maintains assigned ophthalmic exam lanes/equipment in clinic. Cleans ophthalmic equipment in exam rooms according to guidelines. Maintains physical environment of exam rooms.
• Ensures exam room/lane are stocked appropriately.
• Interacts with patients/families, coworkers and physicians in professional courteous manner at all times. Maintains patient confidentiality at all times. Contributes to the positive atmosphere of the work place at all times.
• Participates in own professional development by maintaining required competencies, required continuing education hours to maintain certification according to JCAHPO guidelines. Maintains current CPR certification during employment.
• Under direction of physician may perform prescription refill following standard guidelines.
• Demonstrates dedication to patient service and care by serving as a role model in delivering quality patient care at all times.
• Performs other job duties incidental to the work described here in and based on Certification level.

SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS:

• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Computer skills, work experience with Electronic Medical Record preferred
• Solid understanding of ophthalmic practice and care of ophthalmic patient Knowledge of ophthalmic instrumentation
• Proficient in basic preliminary ophthalmic testing according to certification COA Ability to multi task with efficiency.
• Understands the need for efficient use of time
• Ability to recognize common safety hazards and take precautions to establish a safe work surrounding
• Ability to withstand long period of standing and walking
• Focused and organized, working as a team player at all times

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Clean, comfortable, office environment
• Moderate noise level

Our Commitment to You:

Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including:

Compensation

• Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training

• Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job

• Incentive pay for select positions

• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

Benefits and more

• Paid Time Off programs

• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability

• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses

• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave

• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs

• Educational Assistance Program

Note: Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on your FTE or status (e.g., full-time, part-time, per diem, temporary, etc.); please ask a Recruiter for more information during an interview.