Medical Assistant, Ophthalmology - Part Time
Core
Assists ophthalmologists in providing patient care during eye examinations and surgical procedures, including pre-op assessment, monitoring vital signs, and post-op instruction.
Role type
Medical Assistant (Ophthalmic Technician)
Builds
Patient care services for ophthalmology practices
Domain
Healthcare / Ophthalmology
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Aseptic technique, patient transport, vital signs monitoring, surgical supply management, equipment maintenance, fingerstick blood sugar testing, documentation, emergency response assistance, patient education
Preferred skills
Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) or Certified Ophthalmic Technician (COT) certification
Technologies
Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook
Responsibilities
Monitor vital signs and transport patients, maintain aseptic technique, stock and maintain surgical supplies, check sterilizer and refrigerator temperatures, assist in pre-op assessment, perform fingerstick blood sugar tests, document results in medical records, assist physician during laser procedures, provide post-op instruction, identify patient teaching needs, assist with emergency measures, maintain inventory levels, attend departmental meetings
Seniority
Entry-level to Junior, hands-on IC