Ophthalmic Assistant-Eye Clinic

Fulltime, benefits eligible role

Mon-Fri 8am-4:30pm

• Tests visual acuity, stereo vision, and color vision. Conducts visual field testing using both the Goldman Perimeter and Humphrey Visual Fields Analyzer.
• Evaluates ocular anatomy, ocular motility and papillary responses. Assists physicians with exams and procedures as needed.
• Performs autorefraction and ophthalmic photography for both external and fundus photos
• Accurately records information in electronic medical record according to established standards and physician’s requirements.
• Maintains and cleans ophthalmic instruments and equipment.
• Provides instruction to patients and caregivers as directed by the physician.

High School Diploma or equivalent, required.

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Certified Ophthalmic Assistant within one year of hire, required.

Excellent communication, interpersonal, customer service, and problem-solving skills.

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OCCASIONALLY: Blood and/or Bodily Fluids, Climb stairs/ladder, Driving motor vehicles (work required) *additional testing may be required, Fume /Gases /Vapors, Lifting / Carrying: 0-10 lbs, Lifting / Carrying: 11-20 lbs

FREQUENTLY: Biohazard waste, Chemicals/Medications, Computer skills, Loud Noises, Pushing / Pulling: 0-25 lbs, Pushing / Pulling: 26-40 lbs, Pushing / Pulling: 41-60 lbs

CONTINUOUSLY: Audible speech, Bend/twist, Color vision, Communicable Diseases and/or Pathogens, Decision Making, Depth perception, Electricity, Flexing/extending of neck, Hand use: grasping, gripping, turning, Hearing acuity, Interpreting Data, Machinery, Patient Equipment, Peripheral vision, Problem solving, Reaching above shoulder, Repetitive hand/arm use, Seeing – Far/near, Sitting, Squat/kneel, Standing, Walking

Able to multi-task in a busy clinic/environment.

"The above list of duties is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this classification. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties performed by the individuals so classified, nor is it intended to limit or modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under their supervision. EOE M/F/Disability/Vet"