Ophthalmic Assistant, Certified - Duke Eye Center Mebane

At Duke Health Integrated Practice, we comprise more than 110 primary and specialty outpatient clinics, extending the reach of Duke Health's mission across the state of North Carolina. A $5,000 commitment bonus is available for qualifying candidates.

Job location: Eye Center Mebane - 480 Gregory Poole Ln., Mebane, NC 27320

About the Role

We are seeking a Certified Ophthalmic Assistant. Under close supervision, assist Eye Center physicians and other technical support personnel to perform diagnostic tests necessary for evaluation of patient eye problems. Perform basic ophthalmic testing procedures as directed by physician or supervisor.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the delivery of patient care in an effective manner.
• Perform preliminary screening examinations for physician review including, but not limited to: visual acuity, history taking, tonometry, lensometry, motility, pupil assessment, visual fields, simple color vision tests, and may perform refraction.
• Examine the cornea, lens, and anterior chamber of the eye using a slit lamp and note variations from normal.
• Administer dilation or anesthetic drops as needed.
• Assist with patient contact lens insertion and removal training.
• Perform stocking and maintenance functions, including maintaining the physical environment of exam and procedure rooms, cleaning and stocking rooms daily, and maintaining an appropriate supply of sample drug medications.
• Assist with ordering medical/office supplies.
• Prepare contaminated instruments and equipment for sterilization and transport.
• Facilitate calibration, maintenance, and monitoring of equipment as needed.
• Perform various clerical functions, including assisting with appointments and telephone call screening, answering phones, taking messages, and relaying information to appropriate individuals.
• Under direction of physician, call pharmacy with prescription refills and record prescriptions in patients' charts.
• File test results, forms, and letters into medical records.
• Interact with patients, visitors, and all personnel in a courteous manner; resolve conflict in a healthy and constructive way.
• Maintain confidentiality of information regarding patients and co-workers; demonstrate respect for individual, cultural, and social differences.
• Contribute to a positive work environment.
• Participate in professional development by maintaining required competencies, identifying learning needs, and seeking appropriate assistance or educational offerings.
• Support the development of other staff and formal learners.
• Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein.

Requirements

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience: 1 year of directly related experience in Ophthalmology or Optometry; OR graduation from an accredited Ophthalmic Technician program.
• Certification: Certified Ophthalmic Assistant by the Joint Commission on Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology (JCAHPO).
• BLS Certification required.

Schedule

Day shifts, Monday through Friday, with no weekends or holidays.