Ophthalmic Assistant - Temporary

Tahoe Forest Health System

Posted 3 months ago

Full Time

Incline Village, Nevada

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

The Ophthalmic Assistant performs entry-level technical duties, including various ophthalmic measurements and diagnostic testing. They are also responsible for administrative tasks, medical record retrieval, and maintaining examination room inventory.

Qualifications

You have one to three months of experience and/or training in ophthalmic assisting. You are able to perform measurements such as auto refraction, corneal curvature, axial length, and intraocular pressure. A Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) certification is preferred.

Must Have Skills for ATS

auto refraction

corneal curvature

axial length

intraocular pressure

visual acuity

diagnostic ultrasound

visual field testing

Treatment Authorization Requests (TAR's)

instill eye drops

administer medication

eye irrigations

Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA)

Job Description

Bargaining Unit: Outpatient Clinics - EA

Rate of Pay: $29.35/hour + DOE (Base pay of $27.95 include 5% temporary differential)

Summary Under the general supervision of the Practice Lead and physician, the Ophthalmic Assistant performs entry-level technical duties as well as administrative and examination room inventory and support. Performs an array of measurements and ophthalmic testing as requested by the physician and medical staff.   Essential Duties and Responsibilities
  • Accurately and correctly measures auto refraction, corneal curvature and patient's axial length using appropriate equipment.
  • Accurately and correctly measures patient's intraocular pressure using appropriate equipment.
  • Accurately and correctly performs and records visual acuity, both distance and near, used pinhole and appropriate.
  • Accurately and correctly performs diagnostic ultrasound using appropriate equipment.
  • Accurately and correctly performs visual field testing using appropriate equipment.
  • Fills out Treatment Authorization Requests (TAR'S) along with Rx when medicinal prescriptions are put through with MediCal for coverage.
  • Follows policy/procedure to instill eye drops and administer medication.
  • Looks up individual patients medical records for pertinent medical notes.
  • Performs eye irrigations according to physician's order and written procedure.
  • Sends out copies of last eye exams to noted individual/organization when completed release of information form is received.
  • Stocks clinic rooms with tissue, cotton tipped applicators, evaluation material, diagnostic ophthalmic drops, and forms.
  • Prepares exam rooms and equipment per clinical and departmental standards.
  • Demonstrates System Values in performance and behavior.
  • Complies with System policies and procedures.
  • Other duties as may be assigned.
Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.   Supervisory Responsibilities No supervisory responsibilities.   Education and Experience

One to three months related experience and/or training

Licenses/Certifications None   Other Experience/Qualifications Preferred:
  • Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA)

Tahoe Forest Health System

Proudly serving the community since 1952, Tahoe Forest Hospital is a not for profit rural health care facility and designated Critical Access Hospital. It is fully accredited by the Healthcare Facilities Accreditation Program and licensed by the State of California Department of Health Services. Tahoe Forest Hospital has 25 acute care beds and 36 long-term care beds. Our geographic area covers six rural counties, two states and approximately 3,500 square miles with primary services reaching the communities of Truckee, North Lake Tahoe, Donner Summit and the Sierra Valley in California and Incline Village in Nevada. Tahoe Forest Hospital serves a full-time population of approximately 40,000 residents with influxes of up to an additional 30,000 tourists during peak periods.
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