Ophthalmic Assistant - Carmel, United States - Brookdale Associates

Brookdale Associates
Brookdale Associates
Verified Company
Carmel, United States

3 weeks ago

Mark Lane

Posted by:

Mark Lane

beBee recruiter
Description

Hi We are currently looking for an experienced Ophthalmic Assistant to join our outpatient team in Carmel, NY



Schedule:
Monday - Friday, 8:30 am - 5:00 pm



Pay:
$ $40.00 per hour
(Depending on Experience)

Excellent Benefits Package and a Great Work Life Balance No Weekends, No Holidays

Position Summary

:


The Ophthalmic Assistant generates important preliminary information to be used by the ophthalmologist; reviews patient status and performs medical tests. Supports the Mission, Vision, Values and Mantra of our Eye Care Group.

Duties

:

-
Reviews patient chart to ensure completeness and accuracy of information. Performs testing required by type of exam scheduled, patient complaint and history.

:

-
Acts as scribe while physician examines patient entering data into electronic medical records or handwrites in paper chart, oversees patient flow.

:

-
Is able to take an ocular and systemic history and accurately record visual acuity. Is able to perform lensometry, refractometry, applanation tonometry, basic muscle balance testing, assess pupils, assess the anterior chamber, confrontation visual fields and gross external exam. Administer diagnostic tests.

:

-
Administer topical ophthalmic or oral medications under the direction of the physician.

:

-
Assists with in-office procedures ensuring proper informed consent is obtained, sets up and cleans up from procedures.

:

-
Perform advanced ophthalmic procedures.

:

-
Assists in training of other ophthalmic assistants.

:

-
Assists with patient education.

:

-
Maintains cleanliness and orderliness of exam rooms during the work day.

:

-
Complies with all practice procedures and protocols. Complies with all State and Federal regulations. Understands and accepts responsibility to report potential or suspected errors to supervisor or Compliance Officer.

:

-
Maintains positive attitude consisting of cooperation, self-motivation, courtesy, and professionalism.

Pay:
$ $40.00 per hour


Benefits

:


  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Flexible schedule
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Vision insurance

Medical specialties:

  • Ophthalmology

Schedule:

  • 8 hour shift
  • Day shift
  • No weekends

Education

:


  • Associate (preferred)

Experience

:


  • Ophthalmology
: 1 year (preferred)

  • Eye exams: 1 year (preferred)

License/Certification:

  • Certified Ophthalmic Technician (preferred)

Work Location:
In person
More jobs from Brookdale Associates
See all jobs of Brookdale Associates