Sharp HealthCare ยท 14 hours ago
Ophthalmic Tech- SRS Float Pool - Day - Per Diem
San Diego, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$30.98/hr - $43.37/hr
2+ years expSharp HealthCare is a healthcare organization seeking an Ophthalmic Tech for their SRS Float Pool. The role involves assisting ophthalmologists, maintaining patient flow, performing diagnostic testing, and coordinating surgical procedures.
Health CareNon Profit
Responsibilities
Assists the Ophthalmologist with patients and maintains patient flow
Initiates the examination by taking patient history and performing high level diagnostic testing
Coordinates surgical procedures
Successfully completes Clinical Competencies with a score of 90% or greater in each section = Great
Successfully completes Clinical Competencies with a score of 90% or greater on all but one section
Passed on retesting = Good
Unsuccessful in passing more than one section of Clinical Competency Testing and/or failed to pass testing on second attempt = Needs Improvement
Demonstrates clinical knowledge and skill in assigned area and within scope of practice
Fully successful in performing/assisting with all tests and procedures in assigned department
Administers medications safely and accurately per guidelines and written order, including two (2) patient identifier verifications
No medication errors
Able to prepare patient for eye examination
Partners with physicians to continuously learn and expand clinical knowledge base
Listens to patients, collects pertinent information, recognizes the urgency of the patient's problem and routes to physicians
Returns phone calls according to physician instruction
May schedule patient appointments
In partnership with physician, provides specific educational material and individual teaching
Uses universal precautions and demonstrates knowledge of infection control policies and procedures
Provides assistance to PSRs in resolving issues related to front desk responsibilities including scheduling and telephone management
Acts as a positive role model and ensures appropriate service delivery
Participates in clinical projects as directed by the physician, supervisor, or manager
Demonstrates thorough knowledge and competent application of the following procedures or skills as applicable: a.) Measuring interpupillary distance; b.) Taking measurement on manual and automated lensometers; c.) Recording prescriptions; d.) Performing visual field tests; e.) Taking keratometer readings; f.) Testing color vision per prescribed test; g.) Using the Amsler grid; h.) Performing tonometry; i.) Assisting with office surgeries and routine exams; j.) Contact lens instruction; k.) Contact lens verification; l.) BAT (Brightness Acuity Test); m.) PAM (Potential Acuity meter); n.) Pupillary response o.) Topography; p.) Eye irrigation within scope of practice; q.) Blood pressure and pulse monitoring; r.) Administration of medications within their scope of practice; s.) A Scans; t.) Slit Lamp; u.) Photography; v.) Surgery scheduling coordination; w.) Other tests as required; x.) OR surgical assisting as required
Organizes And Completes Daily Requirements And Responsibilities
Able to respond to changing circumstances and prioritize patient needs
Responds to urgent and emergent situations in a calm and capable manner
Utilizes good judgment and problem solving ability
Ensures readiness of reports and information to maximize patient visit
Maintains appropriate supply levels
Cost conscious in usage
Participates in and prepares for site inspections and inventories
Completes department inventories per guidelines
Completes Quality Assurance assignments and ensures overall department compliance with requirements
Demonstrates knowledge of equipment and Information Systems applications
Able to activate emergency procedure per protocol - code, fire, etc
Documents patient care events in a thorough and accurate manner
Manages and completes AEHR tasks per prescribed time lines
Support and knowledge of new applications and policies: AEHR, Abbreviations, etc
Demonstrate typing skills proficiency by: Using a keyboard, required to type proficiently and accurately; Have the ability to type a minimum of 30 words per minute with 0-2 errors; Have the ability to proof work
Knowledge of insurance, utilization review, and scheduling requirements
Able to operate and maintain department equipment
Qualification
Required
2 Years Experience in Ophthalmology at an Assistant level
AHA Basic Life Support for Healthcare Professional (AHA BLS Healthcare) - American Heart Association -REQUIRED
Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) certification is due within 12 months from hire date
Preferred
Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) - Joint Commission on Allied Health Professional in Ophthalmology (JCAHPO) -PREFERRED
Company
Sharp HealthCare
Sharp HealthCare is a not-for-profit integrated regional health care delivery system based in San Diego, Calif.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
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Parkinson's Foundation
2023-07-25Grant
Leadership Team
Dan Exley
Interim Chief Information & Innovation Officer
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