Ophthalmic Assistant-Eye Clinic

Job Description

Supports the patient care functions of the Eye Clinic, performing tests and assisting procedures under the supervision of an Ophthalmologist, Optometrist, or RN Clinic Leader.

• Tests visual acuity, stereo vision, and color vision.
• Counsels patients on eye health and safety.
• Conducts visual field testing using both the Goldman Perimeter and Humphrey Visual Fields Analyzer.
• Evaluates ocular anatomy, ocular motility and papillary responses.
• Assists physicians with exams and procedures as needed.
• Performs autorefraction and ophthalmic photography for both external and fundus photos.
• Accurately records information in electronic medical record according to established standards and physician’s requirements.
• Maintains and cleans ophthalmic instruments and equipment.
• Provides instruction to patients and caregivers as directed by the physician.

Essential Functions

• Tests visual acuity, stereo vision, and color vision.
• Conducts visual field testing using both the Goldman Perimeter and Humphrey Visual Fields Analyzer.
• Evaluates ocular anatomy, ocular motility and papillary responses.
• Assists physicians with exams and procedures as needed.
• Performs autorefraction and ophthalmic photography for both external and fundus photos.
• Accurately records information in electronic medical record according to established standards and physician’s requirements.
• Maintains and cleans ophthalmic instruments and equipment.
• Provides instruction to patients and caregivers as directed by the physician.

Education Requirement

High School Diploma or equivalent, required.

Licensure Requirement

(not specified)

Certifications

Certified Ophthalmic Assistant within one year of hire, required.

Skills

• Excellent communication, interpersonal, customer service, and problem-solving skills.

Physical Requirements

• OCCASIONALLY: Blood and/or Bodily Fluids, Climb stairs/ladder, Driving motor vehicles (work required)
• FREQUENTLY: Biohazard waste, Chemicals/Medications, Computer skills, Loud Noises, Pushing / Pulling: 0-10 lbs, Pushing / Pulling: 11-20 lbs
• CONTINUOUSLY: Audible speech, Bend/twist, Color vision, Communicable Diseases and/or Pathogens, Decision Making, Depth perception, Electricity, Flexing/extending of neck, Hand use: grasping, gripping, turning, Hearing acuity, Interpreting Data, Machinery, Patient Equipment, Peripheral vision, Problem solving, Reaching above shoulder, Repetitive hand/arm use, Seeing – Far/near, Sitting, Squat/kneel, Standing, Walking

Additional Physical Requirements

Able to multi-task in a busy clinic/environment.