Ophthalmic Assistant
Company: Rutland Regional Medical Center
Location: Rutland
Posted on: February 4, 2025
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Job Description:
Under the direction of practice providers, is responsible for
clinical duties such as obtaining medical records, responsible for
preparing the patient for the exam, beginning the examination with
standard tests and measurements, performing preliminary eye
function testing, explaining medication or procedures to patients,
sterilizing and cleaning equipment, and maintaining examination
rooms and supplies at an outpatient care site. Also responsible for
some administrative duties in conjunction with patient contact. We
offer on-the-job training, tuition reimbursement and continuing
education to get certified.
Minimum Education
High School graduate or equivalent.
Coursework in Medical Terminology, Anatomy & Physiology/Biology or
equivalent combination of education and experience.
Completion of an Ophthalmic Assistant program or other Health
Science degree program preferred.
Minimum Work Experience
1 year experience, preferably in a physician practice or outpatient
clinic setting involving patient contact.
Required Licenses/Certifications
BLS Certification through American Heart Association within a month
of hire
Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) within 18 months of hire.
Current Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) from the Joint
Commission on Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology
(JCAHPO).
Required Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities
Willingness and ability to perform self-study and on-line training
for completion of Ophthalmic Assistant program in pursuit of
certification within 18 months of hire.
Ability to report patient care observations, deviations from
patient's plan of care and other pertinent information under the
direct supervision of a provider or certified staff.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Demonstrated moderate knowledge of basic computer skills.
Demonstrated strong knowledge of Medical Terminology.
Pay Range: $19.29 - $28.50
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Keywords: Rutland Regional Medical Center, New England , Ophthalmic Assistant, Other , Rutland, Northeast
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