Certified Ophthalmic AssistantTechnician
Certified Ophthalmic AssistantTechnician
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Job Description
Job Summary:
The Certified Ophthalmic Assistant/Technician will be responsible for performing ophthalmic diagnostic testing (including patient work ups IOP checks visual acuity testing refraction keratometry Ascans visual fields. corneal topography ERGs OCTs IOL Master and more). Also includes maintenance of clinical and off site supplies and equipment assistance with scheduling activities. Greets patients directs patients and enters data registers patients discharges patients and schedules appointments. Performs chart prep assists with the referral process assists with authorizations and completion of all forms. Also other related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
Minimum one year experience in a healthcare setting required.Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) or Certified Ophthalmic Technician (COT) required. Candidates not already certified will be required to successfully complete and obtain certification as a Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) through Joint Commission of Allied Health Professionals in Ophthalmology (JCAHPO) within 18 months of hire. CPR certification required if not CPR certified must obtain within 6 months of appointment. Candidates who are not certified will be on a temporary appointment until certification is received.
Preferred Qualifications:
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) are encouraged to apply.
Work Days:
Monday Friday varying hours between 7:30am5:30pm
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Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
