What are the responsibilities and job description for the PRN Ophthalmic Technician - Surgical Aide - No Weekends, No call! position at cscmi?
An Ophthalmic Technician/Surgical Aide is a valuable asset to an Ophthalmologist as they assist in providing excellent patient care to the patients during their visit.
Job Duties:
- Assists in monitoring vital signs and transporting patients.
- Maintains aseptic technique at all times. Observes for any break in technique.
- Care properly for contaminated items.
- Assists in stocking OR supplies.
- Stocks and maintains adequate inventory of surgical supplies.
- Checks equipment, such as sterilizer, refrigerator temperature, etc. each surgical day and documents on monthly log sheet.
- Assists each area as requested.
- Assists in pre-op assessment.
- Discontinues Hep-Locks.
- Assists in post-op instruction review with patient.
- Acts under the direct supervision of the nurse.
- Performs fingerstick blood sugar.
- Documentation in medical record of results (i.e., BS, VS, etc.)
- Assists physician during laser procedures.
- Reports pertinent observation and reactions regarding patients to the nurses and/or physician.
- Identifies patient and family teaching needs and initiates intervention to meet needs.
- Maintains and promotes a positive, safe environment for patients and co-workers.
- Assists with or initiates emergency measures for sudden adverse development in patient’s condition.
- Monitors levels of inventory in accordance with desired quantities.
- Attends departmental meetings and in-service education and shows responsibility for own professional practice and on-going education.
- Participates in economical utilization of supplies and medication, and ensures that equipment is maintained in a clean and safe manner.
- Always provides proper notification and advance notice for absence of tardiness.
- Observes the dress code.
- Assists in the orientation of new employees.
- Ensures individual skills are current by attending relevant educational programs.
- Participates in departmental fire and disaster drills.
- Maintains patient confidentiality.
Other Skills and Abilities
- Desire to gain industry knowledge and training
- Demonstrates initiative in accomplishing practice goals
- Ability to grow, adapt, and accept change
- Consistently creating a positive work environment by being team-oriented and patient-focused
- Ability to interact with all levels of employees in a courteous, professional manner at all times
Physical Demands
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel
- The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, and sit
- The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds
- Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus
Education and/or Experience
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED), one-year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
- Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) or Certified Ophthalmic Technician (COT) is preferred
If you need assistance with this application, please contact (636) 227-2600. Please do not contact the office directly – only resumes submitted through this website will be considered.
EyeCare Partners is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.
