Medical Assistant, Ophthalmology
Core
Assist ophthalmologists in providing patient care by performing preliminary eye tests, verifying insurance, and managing patient flow.
Role type
Medical Assistant (Ophthalmic Technician)
Builds
Patient exam readiness and diagnostic data collection
Domain
Healthcare / Ophthalmology
Required skills
patient intake, insurance verification, visual acuity testing, ocular anatomy knowledge, EMR data entry, diagnostic equipment operation (OCT, GDX, IOL master, auto refractor, topography), dilation, refraction, pressure measurement
Preferred skills
Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) or Certified Ophthalmic Technician (COT) certification
Technologies
Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, EMR systems
Responsibilities
Greet patients and verify visit purpose, record medical history and medications, perform initial eye examinations using diagnostic equipment, check pupil and muscle condition, schedule and manage patient flow, maintain office cleanliness
Seniority
Entry-level, trainable