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Ophthalmic Assistant

Quick overview

The Ophthalmic Assistant conducts various diagnostic measurements and tests to assist physicians in diagnosing and treating patients. They are also responsible for patient documentation, scribing during exams, and managing overall patient flow.

Requirements summary

Candidates must be able to perform advanced ophthalmic procedures and maintain accurate medical records in compliance with state and federal regulations. Professionalism, cooperation, and the ability to administer medications are required.

Medication AdministrationPatient Flow ManagementPatient EducationElectronic Medical RecordsScribingVisual Acuity TestingOCTLensometryPachymetryBiometryApplanation TonometryOphthalmic PhotographyOcular History TakingSlit Lamp ExamAutomated Visual FieldsAutomated Refractometry

Job description

This role is located at Retina Group of Washington, Reston, VA location, which is part of Prism Vision Group. Compensation Range: $18-$34.68/hr (Dependent on Experience) The Ophthalmic Assistant conducts measurements and tests that provide the Physician with the information needed to arrive at a diagnosis and to prescribe treatment. The incumbent is responsible for appropriate documentation in compliance with standards and provides excellent patient services. ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Reviews patient charts to ensure completeness and accuracy of information.
Takes an ocular and systemic history and accurately records visual acuity.
Performs testing required by type of exam scheduled, patient complaint and history, including but not limited toOCT, automated visual fields, photography, pachymetry, biometry.
Performs lensometry, automated refractometry, slit lamp exam including applanation tonometry and anterior chamber angle assessment, basic muscle balance testing, assesses pupils, confrontation visual fields and gross external exam.
Performs advanced ophthalmic procedures.
Acts as scribe while the physician examines patients, entering data into electronic medical records or handwritten in paper charts.
Administers topical ophthalmic or oral medications.
Assists ensuring office procedures are adhered to and required informed consent is obtained.
Assists with patient education.
Oversees patient flow throughout the day.
Maintains cleanliness and orderliness of exam rooms during the workday.
Complies with all practice procedures and protocols. Complies with all State and Federal regulations. Understands and accepts responsibility to report potential or suspected errors to supervisor or Compliance Officer.
Maintains a positive attitude consisting of cooperation, self-motivation, courtesy, and professionalism.

Ophthalmic Assistant

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