Ophthalmic Assistant
$37,440–$72,134 year
On-siteEnglewood Cliffs, New Jersey, United States
Job Summary
Conduct measurements and tests to provide the physician with diagnostic information, including OCT, automated visual fields, photography, pachymetry, biometry, slit lamp exams, and applanation tonometry. Review patient charts for completeness, take ocular and systemic histories, record visual acuity, and administer topical or oral medications. Act as a scribe entering data into electronic medical records or paper charts, perform lensometry and refractometry, and assess pupils and visual fields. Assist with patient education, ensure informed consent is obtained, and oversee patient flow throughout the day while maintaining exam room cleanliness. Comply with all practice procedures, State and Federal regulations, and report potential errors to the supervisor.
Required Qualifications
- High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED)
- 0-2 years of prior ophthalmic assistant experience
- 2+ years of prior ophthalmic assistant experience
- Ability to accept responsibility and account for his/her actions and work performed
- Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly with attention to all details of a project or task
- Ability to adapt to and facilitate change in the workplace
- Ability to communicate effectively with others using good listening skills
- Ability to appreciate and be sensitive to the feelings of patients and co-workers
- Ability to make decisions and take actions to solve a problem or reach a goal
- Desire to excel, attempting non-routine tasks
- Ability to make sound decisions using available information
- Can be relied upon to demonstrate reliability in attendance and punctuality
- The ability to work with others and independently for a common goal
- Able to navigate between screens and accurately enter data
- Vision (Near, Distance, Color, Peripheral, Depth Perception), normal range of hearing
- Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) (gloves, face mask, eye shield, gown)
- Standing for long periods of time
Desired Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in relevant discipline preferred
Additional Requirements
- Possible exposure to staff or patients with communicable diseases and blood borne pathogens.
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