Certified Ophthalmic Assistant - Towncenter Opthalmology

Minimum Qualifications:  

• Current JCAHPO Certified Ophthalmic Technician (COT) certification
• CPR Certification.

Preferred Qualifications: 

Ophthalmology experience is preferred.

Job Summary:

Under the direct supervision of the Ophthalmic Technical Supervisor, and through collaborative teamwork, provides assistance in the diagnosis and care of ophthalmic patients.

Job Duties: 

• Initiates patient work-ups in the ophthalmology clinics in a timely manner. These work-ups may include any of the following: 

   

  − Visual acuities 

   

  − Pin-hole acuities 

   

  − Derive past medical and ocular history 

   

  − Confrontational visual field 

   

  − Amsler and Tangent fields 

   

  − Pupil evaluation 

   

  − Automated and manual lensometry 

   

  − Prism neutralization 

  − Automated perimetry

   

  − Extra-ocular muscle evaluation 

   

  − Extra ocular muscle neutralization using cover-uncover test and alternating cover test 

   

  − Maddox Rod test 

   

  − Worth 4

   

  —Dot test 

   

  − Stereopsis testing 

   

  − Goldmann tonometry 

   

  − Schiotz tonometry 

   

  − Tono-Pen tonometry 

   

  − Color vision testing (Ishihara) 

   

  − Retinoscopy 

   

  − Refractometry (plus cylinder utilizing both the phoropter and trial frames)

   

  − Use of distometer 

   

  − Estimation of anterior chamber depth 

   

  − Schirmer’s tear test 

   

  − Contact lens evaluation 

   

  − Patient education 

   

• Performs Goldmann visual fields. 
• Performs A scan ultrasound biometry. 
• Performs B-scan ultrasonography.
• Performs computer entry and analysis of intraocular lens calculations and distributes results according to policy. 
• Performs, analyzes and distributes extended color vision tests including D-15 and FM 100 tests*. 
• Performs keratometry, photokeratometry and corneal topography. 
• Performs endothelial cell photography*. 
• Will act as back-up photographer*. 
• Will assist with minor OR and laser procedures. This includes instrument set-up, a working knowledge of sterile technique, instrument cleaning and sterilization. 
• Exercise proficiency in minor equipment maintenance. 
• Log and organize equipment repairs for contracted maintenance. 
• Performs visometry and BAT (Brightness Acuity Test). 
• Other duties and responsibilities as deemed appropriate by the supervisor or practice manager. 
• Assists in the maintenance of equipment, supplies and the environment. 
• Assists in maintaining a clean, safe and therapeutic environment. 
• Checks equipment/supplies for expiration dates, electrical safety tags, intactness and usability. 
• Cleans equipment and returns to its proper place. 
• Reports equipment and supplies needing replaced or repaired. 
• Stocks rooms, carts, cabinets, etc. as assigned/requested. 
• Respects and supports patient rights. 
• Serves as patient/family advocate. 
• Demonstrates character and trustworthiness by practicing principles of patient and employee confidentiality. 
• Utilizes available resources and seeks assistance in dealing with ethical dilemmas, as appropriate. 
• Practices positive customer and peer relations. 
• Consistently communicates in a professional and courteous manner. 
• Reports and seeks assistance in dealing with guest complaints/concerns. 
• Establishes and maintains a positive rapport with patient/family and coworkers. 
• Consistently responds to customer requests/needs in an appropriate manner. 
• Consistently displays a positive image through professional behavior, understanding that we represent UTMB during every contact. 
• Participates in and supports continuous quality improvement activities and the clinic/departmental level. 
• Embraces change by promoting team work and continuous process improvement. 
• Utilizes and values patients, internal (performance evaluation) and external (patient satisfaction data) feedback to continuously improve performance. 
• Demonstrates acceptable productivity and practices cost containment. 
• Prioritizes and completes all work in an effective and efficient manner. 
• Demonstrates initiative, resourcefulness and flexibility. 
• Effectively and efficiently uses time, equipment and supplies. 
• Functions as an interdependent and supportive team member by fostering constructive relationships with coworkers, managers and others. 
• Provides support and assistance, as appropriate.
• With direction, remains calm and purposeful and responds in an appropriate, professional manner in emergent of chaotic situations. 
• Participates in clinic meetings/activities and supports the clinical, departmental and organizational philosophy and goals. 
• Values differences by listening to and appreciate other points of view. 
• Helps team members to serve our patients. 
• Accepts responsibility for own growth/development. 
• Participates in in-services and ongoing education programs. 
• Remains current on all in-service/education/certification requirements for position, as appropriate.
• Exchanges constructive feedback with peers and others. 
• Demonstrates initiative in developing and implementing personal action plan for performance improvement. 
• Conduct self-evaluation and participates in developmental goal setting.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Assist the individual in successfully performing the role.
• Vocational/special training.
• Analytical/interpersonal skills.
• Physical or mental abilities.
• Demonstrated competencies

Salary Range:  Actual salary commensurate with experience.

Work Schedule:

Full-time, 40 hours per week.