Ophthalmic Medical Assistant- Clearview Eye and Laser

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JOB DESCRIPTION
Doctor’s Assistant

Salary Range: DOE
Supervisor: Administrator
Job Summary: Functions as a member of the healthcare team in the examination and treatment of patients under the direction of a physician.

Working Conditions:
• Requires extensive mobility (walking and standing)
• Periodic pushing, pulling and lifting of patient and /or equipment. Must be able to lift up to 30 pounds of supplies
• May have exposure to patients with a communicable disease.

Job Responsibilities:
• Guides patient to exam rooms
• Interviews patient
• Measures visual acuity and neutralizes glasses (determine lens Rx) using a lensometer
• Performs Manifest Refractions
• Records chief complaint and visual acuity in patient’s electronic medical record
• Performs visual fields, IOL measurements, Glaucoma/Retinal testing
• Provide pre-operative instructions
• Refills Rxs and respond to patient communication by phone or email
• Assist in minor surgical procedures
• Prepares specimens for laboratory analysis
• Sets up instruments and equipment according to protocol
• Cleans exam/procedure room, instruments and equipment between visits
• Process instruments according to procedure
• Restock supplies
• Respects and promotes patient rights
• Responds appropriately to emergency codes
• Direct patient after exam room visit
• Other appropriate duties as assigned

Qualifications

Education: High School Diploma or equivalent

Experience: Preferred one year experience in related field

Requirements:
• Written and oral command of the English language
• Strong computer skills
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize duties efficiently
• Demonstration of compassion and caring in patient communications
• A professional and pleasant image
• Ability to work with Physicians, Management, Coworkers and Patients

This description is intended to provide only basic guidelines for meeting job requirements. Responsibilities, knowledge, skills, abilities and working conditions may change as needs evolve.

Email resumes to Annie at acoots@clearviewseattle.com

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