Physician - Ophthalmology examines patients' eyes to ensure eye health, to treat injuries and to identify eye irregularities. Prescribes glasses, contacts or surgery to correct vision. Being a Physician - Ophthalmology requires a MD degree from an accredited school. Requires a valid state license to practice. Additionally, Physician - Ophthalmology may report to a medical director. Physician - Ophthalmology's years of experience requirement may be unspecified. Certification and/or licensing in the position's specialty is the main requirement. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
POSITION SUMMARY:
The primary function is to prepare each patient for the appropriate ophthalmic exam and/or procedure, perform all appropriate tests, both routine and those ordered by the Ophthalmologist. Compile appropriate documentation in Allscripts/Medflow (Electronic Health Records) and to compliment and facilitate the Ophthalmologist as much as possible.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education, skills and experience:
* Certification by JCAHPO preferred.
* Clear English communication skills, written and oral.
* Current Professional Rescuer CPR certification (only acceptable programs are American Heart Association and the American Red Cross) or ability to obtain certification within 90 days of employment required.
* One year or more experience as an Ophthalmic Assistant in an Ophthalmic Practice required.
* Knowledge of Ascan/Bscan preferred.
* Must have knowledge and experience with ophthalmic equipment and procedures such as a projector, tonometry, keraomerty, pachometry, slit lamp, PAM, glare testing, auto refract, Humphrey Visual Field, corneal topography, fundus photography, and ocular coherence tomography, etc.
* Dependable transportation with the ability to travel to various locations required.
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