Ophthalmic Assistant - Temporary

Bargaining Unit: Outpatient Clinics - EA

Rate of Pay: $29.35/hour + DOE (Base pay of $27.95 include 5% temporary differential)

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  Accurately and correctly measures auto refraction, corneal curvature and patient's axial length using appropriate equipment.
  
  


• Accurately and correctly measures patient's intraocular pressure using appropriate equipment.


• Accurately and correctly performs and records visual acuity, both distance and near, used pinhole and appropriate.


• Accurately and correctly performs diagnostic ultrasound using appropriate equipment.


• Accurately and correctly performs visual field testing using appropriate equipment.


• Fills out Treatment Authorization Requests (TAR'S) along with Rx when medicinal prescriptions are put through with MediCal for coverage.


• Follows policy/procedure to instill eye drops and administer medication.


• Looks up individual patients medical records for pertinent medical notes.


• Performs eye irrigations according to physician's order and written procedure.


• Sends out copies of last eye exams to noted individual/organization when completed release of information form is received.


• Stocks clinic rooms with tissue, cotton tipped applicators, evaluation material, diagnostic ophthalmic drops, and forms.


• Prepares exam rooms and equipment per clinical and departmental standards.


• Demonstrates System Values in performance and behavior.


• Complies with System policies and procedures.


• Other duties as may be assigned.

One to three months related experience and/or training

• Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA)