JOB SUMMARY 

Assist Physician with patient examination and treatment, responsible for patient histories, routine diagnostic procedures, as well as some clerical duties.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Facilitate patient care
•  Preliminary work-up: history, chief complaint, visual acuity, eye pressure, pupil reactions, scope of vision, color vision and muscle movement.
•  Manual refractions.
• Tonometry (Applanation, Tonopen).
•  Diagnostic testing: Biometry, Topography, OCT, Visual Fields, Fundus Photos.
• Take dictation and document exam findings while physician is examining patient.
• Administer drops under physician supervision.
• Write out necessary prescriptions.
• Take and explain tests, procedures, treatments, and diagnoses to patients.
• Maintain and stock all exam rooms.
• Clean and maintain all instruments.
• Assist physician in minor office surgery. 
• Return and answer patient phone calls as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum of four (4) years’ experience in an ophthalmic practice.

• Minimum of four (4) years’ experience performing ophthalmic procedures and diagnostic testing.

• COA or COT certification; if non-certified, COA must be obtained within 6 months of hire date.

• Ability to effectively prioritize multiple patient care needs.

• Ability to lead and provide guidance in all situations.

• Experience in using Electronic Medical Records (EMR), EMA/ModMed preferred.

• Reliability and dependability.

• Strong organizational skills.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Proficient in Outlook and Microsoft Office.

• Flexibility (may require some early mornings and evenings)