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LOCATION
5211 FM 2920, Ste 102 Spring, TX 77388
POSITION SUMMARY
Contributes to the organization by working closely with the ophthalmologist to perform basic, advance, and complex preliminary tests and measurements of the eyes. The OA generally meets with the patient before the Ophthalmologist to obtain medical history and prepare the patient for the examination.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Responsible for properly stocking, preparing, and maintaining the cleanliness of exam rooms during clinic.
Reviews patient chart for accuracy of information.
Prepare patients for physicians' exam. Perform tests based on the specific reasons for the visit and physicians' preference.
Assists with in-office procedures.
Prepare and ensure all consent forms are complete and accurate prior to in-office procedures. Prepares and cleans room after procedure.
Administer topical ophthalmic or oral medications under the direction of the physician.
May act as scribe to assist physicians with entering exam information into electronic record. Order diagnostic tests electronically and submit prescription refills approved by physician.
Assists with preparing letters to patients and referring physicians.
Assists with diagnostic testing.
Follow-up on diagnostic tests when directed by physician.
Schedule, reschedule, and cancel appointments.
Assists in training of other ophthalmic assistants.
Must meet and adhere to HEAs policies and procedures, uphold to the highest ethical principles and patient confidentiality. Complies with all State and Federal regulations.
Other duties as assigned based on business operational needs.
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Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/H/V
COMPETENCIES
EDUCATION High School Diploma or GED equivalent preferred
CERTIFICATIONS & LICENSES Basic Life Support (BLS).
Uncertified Ophthalmic Assistants must obtain JCAHPO (COA, COT, or COMT) certification within 1 year of employment. Uncertified incumbents must obtain COA, COT or COMT certification credentials by the established deadline.
EXPERIENCE Minimum 1-2 years' experience working with ophthalmologist. REFRACTION AND APPLANATION SKILLS REQUIRED.
BILINGUAL PREFERRED BUT NOT REQUIRED
Other
Ambulatory Healthcare Services
$69k-87k (estimate)
08/20/2024
10/30/2024
houstoneye.com
CONROE, TX
<25
1971
C D PRICE MD
<$5M
Ambulatory Healthcare Services
Houston Eye Associates (HEA), the largest ophthalmology clinic in Texas, is a team of 56 board-certified ophthalmologists with advanced fellowship and specialty training in the field of ophthalmology. In addition to our physicians, Houston Eye Associates has 17 optometrists serving 29 locations. Our physicians are pioneers in new research and donate their time and skills to the Houston Eye Associates Foundation. The Houston Eye Associates Foundation is a non-profit foundation created by HEA to provide medical eye care services to those less fortunate by providing financial assistance for medic...al treatment and surgery of the eye.
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