What are the responsibilities and job description for the Ophthalmic Technician - Ophthalmic Assistant Certified position at Quadrant, Inc.?
Baltimore, MD
MUST:
Experienced Ophthalmic Technician / Assistant
1 years of experience as an Ophthalmic Technician / Assistant
Experience performing Fluorescein (ICG) angiography
Experience with diagnostic tests including but not limited to OCT, automated visual fields
Experience performing lensometry, automated refractometry, slit lamp examination including applanation tonometry, anterior chamber angle assessment and gross external exam in addition to ocular muscle motility and balance testing, assess pupils and confrontation visual fields
Excellent organizational skills, ability to prioritize own work and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
Interpersonal skills to interact effectively with patients, families, and other professionals within the hospital
Basic knowledge of diseases of the eye and associated studies to assist the Ophthalmologist to diagnose and treat eye disorders and disease
Ability to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the patient population(s) served
Works independently with minimal supervision
Certified Ophthalmic technician or Certified Ophthalmic assistant
CPR Certification (AHA)
High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED)
Bachelor’s degree in relevant discipline highly preferred
DUTIES:
Manages and maintains patient flow.
Tests patient’s far acuity, near acuity, peripheral vision, depth perception, and color perception.
Measures and records patients’ current prescription glasses (Lensometry)
Performs and records auto-refraction
Measures intraocular pressure of eyes
Performs other tests and measurements as requested by Ophthalmologist including A-scans, Biometry, fundus photography, corneal topography, OCT (Ocular Coherence Tomography) Fluorescein (ICG) angiography , visual field (automated perimetry), and pachymetry.
Completes regulatory documentation requirements defined by ambulatory services to include but not limited to the following: risk screening, medication review, allergy review/update, social history, time out, etc.
Applies drops to anesthetize, dilate, or medicate eyes.
Ensures patient safety in the performance of job functions and through participation in hospital, department or unit patient safety initiatives.
Gives instructions to patients concerning eye care.
Takes action to correct observed risks to patient safety.
Reports adverse events and near misses to appropriate management authority.
Identifies possible risks in processes, procedures, devices and communicates the same to those in charge.
Assist with minor surgery procedures or laser treatments in the office.
Cleans surgical instruments in preparation for sterile processing. Inspects instruments periodically for damage, requests repair or a replacement as necessary.
Open and closes exam lanes daily, ensuring that equipment is wiped down in an appropriate manner, battery powered instruments are seated properly in re-charge wells, slit lamps and projectors are switched off under covers.
Collaborates with biomedical engineering to facilitate maintenance of clinical examination equipment.
Orders clinic supplies as needed; performs periodic inventory of instrument supply.
Performs various other duties as requested.
Quadrant is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, status as a protected veteran, or status as an individual with a disability.
MUST:
Experienced Ophthalmic Technician / Assistant
1 years of experience as an Ophthalmic Technician / Assistant
Experience performing Fluorescein (ICG) angiography
Experience with diagnostic tests including but not limited to OCT, automated visual fields
Experience performing lensometry, automated refractometry, slit lamp examination including applanation tonometry, anterior chamber angle assessment and gross external exam in addition to ocular muscle motility and balance testing, assess pupils and confrontation visual fields
Excellent organizational skills, ability to prioritize own work and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
Interpersonal skills to interact effectively with patients, families, and other professionals within the hospital
Basic knowledge of diseases of the eye and associated studies to assist the Ophthalmologist to diagnose and treat eye disorders and disease
Ability to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the patient population(s) served
Works independently with minimal supervision
Certified Ophthalmic technician or Certified Ophthalmic assistant
CPR Certification (AHA)
High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED)
Bachelor’s degree in relevant discipline highly preferred
DUTIES:
Manages and maintains patient flow.
Tests patient’s far acuity, near acuity, peripheral vision, depth perception, and color perception.
Measures and records patients’ current prescription glasses (Lensometry)
Performs and records auto-refraction
Measures intraocular pressure of eyes
Performs other tests and measurements as requested by Ophthalmologist including A-scans, Biometry, fundus photography, corneal topography, OCT (Ocular Coherence Tomography) Fluorescein (ICG) angiography , visual field (automated perimetry), and pachymetry.
Completes regulatory documentation requirements defined by ambulatory services to include but not limited to the following: risk screening, medication review, allergy review/update, social history, time out, etc.
Applies drops to anesthetize, dilate, or medicate eyes.
Ensures patient safety in the performance of job functions and through participation in hospital, department or unit patient safety initiatives.
Gives instructions to patients concerning eye care.
Takes action to correct observed risks to patient safety.
Reports adverse events and near misses to appropriate management authority.
Identifies possible risks in processes, procedures, devices and communicates the same to those in charge.
Assist with minor surgery procedures or laser treatments in the office.
Cleans surgical instruments in preparation for sterile processing. Inspects instruments periodically for damage, requests repair or a replacement as necessary.
Open and closes exam lanes daily, ensuring that equipment is wiped down in an appropriate manner, battery powered instruments are seated properly in re-charge wells, slit lamps and projectors are switched off under covers.
Collaborates with biomedical engineering to facilitate maintenance of clinical examination equipment.
Orders clinic supplies as needed; performs periodic inventory of instrument supply.
Performs various other duties as requested.
Quadrant is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, status as a protected veteran, or status as an individual with a disability.
