Ophthalmic Assistant
$37,440–$72,134 year
On-siteNew Brunswick, Canada or Us, Île-de-France, France
Job Summary
Conduct measurements and tests to provide diagnostic information for physician treatment, including OCT, visual fields, photography, and slit lamp exams. Review patient charts for accuracy, take ocular and systemic histories, and record visual acuity. Administer topical or oral medications, act as a scribe for electronic medical records, and assist with patient education and informed consent. Oversee patient flow, maintain exam room cleanliness, and ensure compliance with all practice procedures and State and Federal regulations. Report potential errors to the supervisor or Compliance Officer. This onsite role at NJRetina in New Brunswick, NJ, involves occasional travel to other locations.
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
- 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
- Ability to accept responsibility and account for his/her actions and work performed
- Willing to accept constructive feedback
- 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
Desired Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in relevant discipline
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