Ophthalmic Assistant I - Ophthalmology

• What we do here changes the world.
• UTHealth Houston is Texas’ resource for healthcare education, innovation, scientific discovery, and excellence in patient care.
• That’s where you come in.
• UTHealth Houston Ophthalmology is hiring for an Ophthalmic Assistant I to join their team of professionals.
• The OA will be responsible for ophthalmic workups, patient history, answering patient messages, and more.
• Current Ophthalmic Assistant Certification (COA) is preferred.
• If you are not a certified COA, you must be certification-eligible and must obtain certification within one (1) year of employment.

Location

6400 Fannin, Houston, Texas 77030 Once you join us you won't want to leave. It’s because we reward our team for the excellent service they provide. Our total rewards package includes the benefits you’d expect from a top healthcare organization (benefits, insurance, etc.), plus: 100%25 paid medical premiums for our full-time employees Generous time off (holidays, preventative leave day, both vacation and sick time – all of which equates to around 37-38 days per year) The longer you stay, the more vacation you’ll accrue! Longevity Pay (Monthly payments after two years of service) Build your future with our awesome retirement/pension plan! We take care of our employees! As a world-renowned institution, our employees’ wellbeing is important to us. We offer work/life services such as... Free financial and legal counseling Free mental health counseling services Gym membership discounts and access to wellness programs Other employee discounts including entertainment, car rentals, cell phones, etc. Resources for child and elder care Plus many more!

Position Summary

The Ophthalmic Assistant will support physicians by assisting with patient care and preparing patients for exams and diagnostic procedures under direct supervision. Position Key Accountabilities: Prepares patients for the physician's examination by obtaining vital information such as the chief complaint, basic medical/surgical history, family history, medication list, and allergies. Assists in performing routine, basic ophthalmic tests as directed by the physician (e.g., visual acuity). Assists with the coordination of diagnostic tests, minor in-office procedures, and patient follow-up as directed. Supports prescription refill processes and prior authorization requests under physician supervision. Answers patient phone calls and questions within the scope of knowledge; escalates as needed. Set up and maintain clean, well-stocked exam rooms; ensure equipment and instruments are in working order. May assist with in-office surgical procedures under direct supervision. Performs other duties as assigned.