Ophthalmic Asst - Key Whitman Eye Center, Fort Worth PART TIME

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Key Whitman Eye Center - Fort Worth/Part-Time Join our fast-paced, patient-facing clinic where every day brings new challenges and opportunities to make a difference. If you thrive in a dynamic environment, enjoys staying on your feet, and are passionate about delivering excellent patient care, we would love for you to apply! 3400 N. Tarrant County Parkway, Fort Worth/TX

JOB TITLE

Ophthalmic Assistant

POSITION SUMMARY

The role of the Ophthalmic Assistant is to work relatively close with the clinic physicians to perform basic, advanced, and complex functions. The Ophthalmic Assistant will document the patient's medical record and to input any recommended treatment and/or procedures that may be performed by the doctor

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following: Obtains accurate patient history Performs lensometry Performs diagnostic testing of the eye while having a basic understanding and knowledge of these tests such as HVF, HRT, IOLmaster, biopen and basic fundus photography Obtains accurate visual acuities with basic optics understanding Demonstrates ability to perform functional ocular measurements of the eye such as color vision testing, B AT testing, schirmer tests and Amsler grid tests Demonstrates ability to perform accurate and repeat able refractometry Administers topical ophthalmic medications Performs accurate tonometry by tonopen or applanation Maintains and sterilizes surgical instructions Assists physicians with the instillation of punctual plugs Verbalizes post operative instructions in a clear and professional manner to patients for any procedure performed at Key-Whitman Eye Center Understanding basic ocular pharmacology; names of meds and their uses

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

(KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS

AND ABILITIES

): Minimum 1 Year Medical/Ophthalmic Scribe experience preferred High School Diploma or GED Some college coursework or Associates degree preferred JCAHPO certification preferred CPR preferred Strong communication and interpersonal skill Able to think quickly and be attentive Be able to work in a fast paced, team environment Communicate effectively with patients, physicians and staff members Must demonstrate commitment to ongoing educations and uphold to the highest ethical principles of maintaining confidentiality Proficient in EMR and computer literacy Well organized and attentive to detail Proficiency in a second language highly desirable HIPAA knowledge and compliance

Benefits:

Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance Health Savings Account with an employer contribution Life Insurance PTO 401(k) retirement plan with a company match And more! Equal Employment Opportunity & Work Force Diversity Our organization is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on race, color, creed, sex, religion, marital status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, parental status, sexual orientation, veteran status, genetic testing results or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state or local laws. This practice relates to all personnel matters such as compensation, benefits, training, promotions, transfers, layoffs, etc. Furthermore, our organization is committed to going beyond the legal requirements of equal employment opportunity to take positive actions which ensure diversity in the workplace and result in a multi-cultural organization.