Certified Ophthalmic Assistant - Friendswood Ophthalmology

Minimum Qualifications:  

• High school graduation or equivalent.

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS OR CERTIFICATIONS Required:

• Current JCAHPO Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) certification.
• CPR Certification.

Preferred Qualifications: 

Ophthalmology experience is preferred.

Job Summary:

Under the direct supervision of the Ophthalmic Technical Supervisor, and through collaborative teamwork, provides assistance in the diagnosis and care of ophthalmic patients.

Job Duties: 

• Initiates patient work-ups in the ophthalmology clinics in a timely manner. These work-ups may include any of the following:
  − Visual acuities
  − Pin-hole acuities
  − Derive past medical and ocular history
  − Confrontational visual field
  − Amsler Grid Testing
  − Pupil evaluation
  − Automated and manual lensometry
  − Automated perimetry
  − Recognize extra ocular muscle imbalance
  − Stereopsis testing
  − Schirmer’s tear test
  − Estimation of anterior chamber depth
  − Goldmann tonometry
  − Tono-Pen tonometry
  − Color vision testing (Ishihara)
  − Refractometry (plus cylinder utilizing both the phoropter and trial frames)
  − Use of distometer
  − Patient education
• Performs A Scan ultrasound Biometry.
• Performs computer entry and analysis of intraocular lens calculations and distributes results according to policy.
• Performs keratometry, photokeratometry and corneal topography.
• Will assist with minor OR and laser procedures. This includes instrument set-up, a working knowledge of sterile technique, instrument cleaning and sterilization.
• Exercise proficiency in minor equipment maintenance.
• Log and organize equipment repairs for contracted maintenance.
• Performs visometry and BAT (Brightness Acuity Test).
• Other duties and responsibilities as deemed appropriate by the supervisor or practice manager.
• Assists in the maintenance of equipment, supplies and the environment.
• Assists in maintaining a clean, safe and therapeutic environment.
• Checks equipment/supplies for expiration dates, electrical safety tags, intactness and usability.
• Cleans equipment and returns to its proper place.
• Reports equipment and supplies needing replaced or repaired.
• Stocks rooms, carts, cabinets, etc. as assigned/requested.
• Respects and supports patient rights.
• Serves as patient/family advocate.
• Demonstrates character and trustworthiness by practicing principles of patient and employee confidentiality.
• Utilizes available resources and seeks assistance in dealing with ethical dilemmas, as appropriate.
• Practices positive customer and peer relations.
• Consistently communicates in a professional and courteous manner.
• Reports and seeks assistance in dealing with guest complaints/concerns.
• Establishes and maintains a positive rapport with patient/family and coworkers.
• Consistently responds to customer requests/needs in an appropriate manner.
• Consistently displays a positive image through professional behavior, understanding that we represent UTMB during every contact.
• Participates in and supports continuous quality improvement activities and the clinic/departmental level.
• Embraces change by promoting team work and continuous process improvement.
• Utilizes and values patients, internal (performance evaluation) and external (patient satisfaction data) feedback to continuously improve performance.
• Demonstrates acceptable productivity and practices cost containment.
• Prioritizes and completes all work in an effective and efficient manner.
• Demonstrates initiative, resourcefulness and flexibility.
• Effectively and efficiently uses time, equipment and supplies.
• Functions as an interdependent and supportive team member by fostering constructive relationships with coworkers, managers and others.
• Provides support and assistance, as approp