Rutland Regional Medical Center · 1 day ago
Ophthalmic Assistant Certified
Rutland, Vermont
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$20.27/hr - $29.96/hr
1+ years expRutland Regional Medical Center is seeking an Ophthalmic Assistant Certified to assist practice providers with clinical duties. The role involves preparing patients for exams, performing preliminary eye tests, and managing administrative responsibilities in an outpatient care setting.
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Responsibilities
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
Qualification
Required
High School graduate or equivalent
Coursework in Medical Terminology, Anatomy & Physiology/Biology or equivalent combination of education and experience
1 year experience, preferably in a physician practice or outpatient clinic setting involving patient contact
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)
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
Preferred
Completion of an Ophthalmic Assistant program or other Health Science degree program
Company
Rutland Regional Medical Center
Rutland Regional Medical Center is a community hospital in Vermont that offers possible healthcare services to the community.
1001-5000 employees
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