Certified Ophthalmic Assistant Floater-North

• Responsible for properly stocking, preparing, and maintaining the cleanliness of exam rooms during clinic.
• Reviews patient chart for accuracy of information.
• Prepare patients for physician’s exam.  Perform tests based on the specific reasons for the visit and physician’s 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 HEA’s policies and procedures, uphold to the highest ethical principles and patient confidentiality.  Complies with all State and Federal regulations.
• As a floater, this position is designed to travel between HEA locations to support the staffing needs of multiple locations and/or departments. Work location and/or department may be assigned at short notice.
• Other duties as assigned based on business operational needs.

EDUCATION

High School Diploma or GED equivalent preferred

CERTIFICATIONS & LICENSES

Basic Life Support (BLS). If not BLS certified at time of employment, must be obtained within 6 months of hire date.

Uncertified Ophthalmic Assistants must obtain JCAHPO (COA, COT, or COMT) certification within 1 year of employment.

EXPERIENCE

Minimum 1-2 years’ experience working with ophthalmologist.