Ophthalmic Technician Assistant (Ophthalmology)
Core
Assist the Ophthalmologist by performing ocular examination and testing and supporting clinical operations.
Role type
Ophthalmic Technician Assistant
Builds
Ophthalmic examination and testing services
Domain
Healthcare / Ophthalmology
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
patient history documentation, visual acuity testing, color vision testing, lensometry, pupillary reaction assessment, eye drop instillation, tonometry, slit lamp examination, anterior chamber depth evaluation, operation of ophthalmic equipment, ocular dressing application, patient assistance for disabled individuals, pre- and post-op care, surgical assisting, instrument maintenance, room disinfection, medication stock management, CPR certification, JHMI course completion, HIPAA compliance, EPIC and Forum software training
Preferred skills
familiarity with ophthalmic and general medical terminology
Responsibilities
Obtain and record patient history; perform preliminary eye exams; operate ophthalmic equipment; assist as scribe; apply ocular dressings; assist disabled patients; assist with pre- and post-op care; maintain instruments and rooms; stock examination rooms; disinfect rooms.