Medical Assistant
Core
Assist ophthalmologists with patient examinations, diagnostic testing, and clinic operations in an eye care setting.
Role type
Medical Assistant (Ophthalmic Technician)
Builds
Patient care services and diagnostic data for eye health
Domain
Healthcare / Ophthalmology
Required skills
patient intake, vitals measurement, eye exam techniques (dilation, refraction, visual fields, OCT, GDX, IOL master, auto refractor, topography), EMR documentation, room preparation, phlebotomy
Preferred skills
phlebotomy, ophthalmic certification (COA/COT/OSC), prior ophthalmology technician experience
Technologies
EMR systems, Microsoft Office Suite
Responsibilities
Greet patients and verify information, perform preliminary eye exams and diagnostic tests, scribe for physicians, prepare patients for procedures, maintain exam rooms and supplies, document medical history and procedures in EMR, measure vital signs.
Seniority
Entry-level to Mid-level, hands-on IC