Ophthalmic Assistant - Ophthalmology

Job Summary

In accordance with established departmental standards, guidelines, and protocols, assists the medical staff in examining and caring for children with eye problems. Performs skilled eye examinations which include, but are not limited to: medical history, age appropriate visual acuity, lensometry, tonometry, orthoptics, and instillation of eye drops. Works with clinical staff to insure efficient clinical flow and excellent clinical environments. Responsible for daily patient care and flow of clinic activities.

About the Role

Assists the medical staff in examining and caring for children with eye problems. Performs skilled eye examinations including medical history, age-appropriate visual acuity, lensometry, tonometry, orthoptics, and instillation of eye drops. Works with clinical staff to ensure efficient clinical flow and excellent clinical environments. Responsible for daily patient care and flow of clinic activities.

Responsibilities

• Performs skilled eye examinations including medical history, age-appropriate visual acuity, lensometry, tonometry, orthoptics, and instillation of eye drops.
• Works with clinical staff to ensure efficient clinical flow and excellent clinical environments.
• Responsible for daily patient care and flow of clinic activities.

Requirements

• H.S. Diploma, GED, or Equivalent
• 1 Year of Experience
• The ability to multi-task
• Knowledge of PC functionality
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Displays consistent professionalism
• 1 year of experience as an Ophthalmic Assistant or equivalent, working clinically in the back-office setting

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree
• Ophthalmic Assistant Certification (JCAHPO)
• Previous experience, certification or training on this or similar position is strongly preferred

Skills

The ability to multi-task, knowledge of PC functionality, strong interpersonal skills, displays consistent professionalism.

Benefits

Rady Children’s Hospital is committed to being externally competitive and internally equitable. We demonstrate this commitment by reviewing market data to remain competitive within the nonprofit, healthcare sector.

Pay

The current salary range for this position is $26.64 to $37.06. A candidate’s placement in the range will be determined based on the terms and conditions of the applicable collective bargaining agreement.

Schedule

Not specified.