What are the responsibilities and job description for the Ophthalmic Assistant - Apprentice position at Confluence Health?

Job Description

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Overview

Located in the heart of Washington, we enjoy open skies, snow-capped mountains, and the lakes and rivers of the high desert. We are the proud home of orchards, farms, and small communities. Confluence Health actively supports the communities we serve and their quality of life through our community support program and through our individual efforts as involved community members.

Employees of Confluence Health receive a wide range of benefits in addition to compensation.

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts & Health Saving Accounts
CH Wellness Program
Paid Time Off
Generous Retirement Plans
Life Insurance
Long-Term Disability
Gym Membership Discount
Tuition Reimbursement
Employee Assistance Program
Adoption Assistance
Shift Differential

For more information on our Benefits & Perks, click here!

Summary

We are offering an apprentice program to provide on the job training to become an Ophthalmic Technician. This is a great entry level position and training opportunity to gain clinical experience in the Regional Eye Clinic. Technicians can also advance through our career ladder through certifications that come with bonuses and pay increases!

To work as an assistant with the Ophthalmologists / Optometrists and to provide technical services to patients. No experience necessary as we have our own training program to teach technicians to learn how to help patients with their vision needs. An ophthalmic technician will assist with gathering patient history, updating patient medication lists, performing diagnostic imaging, assisting with in-office procedures injections and lasers), providing patient education support, and cleaning and high level disinfection of ophthalmic instruments. The Ophthalmic Technician I has introductory knowledge and ability of the Essential Functions.

Position Reports To : Ophthalmology Supervisor / Practice Manager

Essential Functions

Follow standard work to obtain patient medical history and confirm purpose of visit.

Perform basic vision tests according to standard work-up by exam type.

Understand and manage patient workflow for maximum efficiency.

Instill topical ophthalmic ointment / drops under the direction of the physician.

Obtain vital signs according to protocol.

Clean and setup rooms between patients; restock room supplies and medications as needed.

Calibrate, maintain, and clean instruments and equipment per protocol.

Perform basic clinical eye testing : TonometryColor Vision testingStereo Vision testingRefractionPachymetryPerform diagnostic eye testing depending upon training, including but not limited to : Visual field testingOptical Coherence TomographyIOL Master BiometryTopographyAutorefractionAuto-LensometryOptosFluorescein angiography testing

Assists with in-office procedures including injections and lasers, including set up and clean up according to protocol.

Educates patient per physician and / or department protocol.

Performs scribe duties while physician examines patient, entering data into electronic medical record according to standard work.

Manages Epic in-basket, prescription refill requests and other practice management duties in a timely manner.

Instruct patients regarding insertion and removal techniques and care for contact lenses.

Maintain working knowledge of Ophthalmic procedural / diagnostic coding.

Maintain working knowledge of Ophthalmic anatomy and physiology, pharmacology, ocular

mobility, clinical optics and contact lenses.

Travel to outreach areas with provider, time and mileage reimbursed.

Other duties as assigned.

Demonstrate Standards of Behavior and adhere to the Code of Conduct in all aspects of job performance at all times.

Qualifications

Required :

Skills in organization, time management, and problem-solving.

Ability to work under pressure admisdst ongoing distractions and interruptions.

Attentive to detail and numerical accuracy.

Desired :

Ophthalmology experience.

Coursework in medical terminology, ophthalmic pharmacology, microbiology and ophthalmic anatomy and physiology.

Physical / Sensory Demands

O = Occasional, represents 1 to % or up to minutes in a 2 hour workday.

F = Frequent, represents to % or up to 1 hour of a 2 hour workday.

C = Continuous, represents % to % or up to 2 hours of a 2 hour workday.

Physical / Sensory Demands For This Position :

Walking - F

Sitting / Standing - F

Reaching : Shoulder Height - C

Reaching : Above shoulder height - F

Reaching : Below shoulder height - F

Climbing - O

Pulling / Pushing : pounds or less - O

Pulling / Pushing : pounds to pounds - O

Pulling / Pushing : Over pounds - O

Lifting : pounds or less - O

Lifting : pounds to pounds - O

Lifting : Over pounds - O

Carrying : pounds or less - F

Carrying : pounds to pounds - O

Carrying : Over pounds - O

Crawling / Kneeling - F

Bending / Stooping / Crouching - F

Twisting / Turning - F

Specific vision abilities, including close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus - C

Repetitive / Steady / Gripping / Grasping Movements – F

Working Conditions :

Work is performed in patient exam and treatment rooms and at technician station; space may be limited and confined. Works independently and as a team member. Hours may be slightly irregular, and overtime may be required. Requires working under stressful conditions at times. The Department Manager and Department Supervisor provide general supervision. The physicians provide additional instruction, guidance and direction.

Job Classification :

FLSA : Non-Exempt

Hourly / Salary : Hourly

Physical Exposures For This Position :

Unprotected Heights - No

Heat - No

Cold - No

Mechanical Hazards - No

Hazardous Substances - No

Blood Borne Pathogens Exposure Potential - Yes

Lighting - Yes

Noise - No

Ionizing / Non-Ionizing Radiation - No

Infectious Diseases - Yes

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