Ophthalmic Assistant Non-Certified
Core
Assists in patient care by conducting preliminary ocular testing, vision screening, and preparing patients for exams and/or in-office surgery.
Role type
Ophthalmic Assistant (Non-Certified)
Builds
Patient care workflow and surgical preparation
Domain
Healthcare / Ophthalmology
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Patient preparation, vital signs collection, medication reconciliation, allergy assessment, ocular history collection, preliminary testing, basic eye exam, patient education, equipment sterilization, supply management
Responsibilities
Performs patient preparation, assessment and eye exam; Collects patient and family history and ocular history; Documents in the electronic medical record; Opens and closes patient rooms; Schedules surgery and post-operative visits; Cleans and sterilizes equipment; Orders and maintains ophthalmic supplies