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Certified Ophthalmic Assistant

B5800 - Facilities Mgt
San Antonio, USA
Full-time
Mid
Onsite
Discovered 1 weeks ago

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Qualifications

  • Demonstrated working knowledge of basic medical anatomy, eye anatomy, diseases, symptoms, and ocular medications.
  • Understands and adheres to proper sterile techniques.
  • Knowledge of standard medical abbreviations.
  • Education:
  • High school diploma or GED is required.
  • Experience:
  • Some related experience is required; one (1) year technical experience is preferred.
  • License/Certifications:
  • Meet and maintain the minimum requirements for JCAHPO certification as a Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA).

Responsibilities

  • Performs basic ocular function tests (measures and records) and evaluation of pupils to assist the Ophthalmologist in the treatment and care of patients.
  • Assists physician with minor surgical procedures, including room set-up.
  • Performs a variety of procedures and techniques.
  • Maintains ophthalmic and surgical instruments clean, sterile and operational.
  • Reports missing or unserviceable equipment and maintains appearance and stocking of supplies and forms in exam rooms.
  • Maintains all related logs such as spore testing logs, refrigerator logs, and keeps track of instruments.
  • Performs efficient, accurate, and legible patient workups to include patient interviews, obtaining and documenting medical history, medication history, chief complaint, and information relative to the treatment and care of patients.
  • Administers eye and oral medications as directed.
  • Changes dressings and instructs patients and/or parents of in-home care.
  • Understands, communicates, and adheres to rules regarding patient consent for procedures.
  • Performs all other duties as assigned.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Some related experience is required; one (1) year technical experience is preferred.

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