Ophthalmic Assistant
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FILLMORE EYE CLINIC INCORPORATED
Las Cruces, NM, US
Summary
The Ophthalmic Assistant provides chair-side support to physicians, performs various diagnostic eye tests, and assists with patient flow and documentation. They are also responsible for maintaining exam rooms, sanitizing equipment, and providing patient education regarding at-home monitoring.
Job Description
Job DetailsJob Location: Coyote Camino - Las Cruces, NM 88011Salary Range: $14.00 - $16.99 HourlyOphthalmic Assistant
Department: Clinical
Reports To: Technician Manager
Job Summary: This individual is responsible for providing chair-side doctor assistance, performing diagnostic tests as required by physician, and administering treatment as allowed and ordered by the physician.
Responsibilities:
Communication and Patient Care
Uses autorefractor and lensometers (automatic and manual).
Performs visual field tests.
Performs visual acuity and pinhole tests.
Performs brightness acuity measurement as requested by the physician.
Performs TearLab tests as ordered by the physician.
Monitors patient flow, ensuring the physician exam rooms are always full.
Acts as a scribe for physician
Escorts patients to front desk after exam.
Provides patient with paperwork as necessary
Calls in prescriptions for patients
Performs diagnostic tests as ordered by the physician
2. Patient Education:
Reviews the use of Amsler grid testing with patient for at-home monitoring.
Reviews physician instructions with the patient.
Provides appropriate patient education materials as directed by the physician
3. Administrative
Ensures that exam rooms are tidied between patients and at end of day, including sinks and sanitizing equipment.
Cleans all lenses used by doctors.
Opens rooms, turns on equipment, ensures all rooms are stocked at the beginning of the day.
Closes rooms and empties trash at the end of day.
Job Type: Full Time
QualificationsEducation and Experience:
High school diploma or equivalent.
Two years experience in a healthcare setting: ophthalmology preferred.
Essential Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of medical and ophthalmic terminology.
Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
Positive team member.
Strong organization with attention to detail.
Demonstrated computer literacy.
