Certified Ophthalmic Assistant - Ophthalmology

boonlab.wustl.edu

Base: $19.21 - $28.85 ph; bonus/equity: not specif...
Perform kinetic and static visual fields tests
Assist with clinical work up of patients
Perform gross refractions and tonometry
This role provides advanced administrative and technical support to an ophthalmologist in a clinical setting

Job Summary

  • This role provides advanced administrative and technical support to an ophthalmologist in a clinical setting.
  • The position requires performing specialized diagnostic tests including visual fields, tonometry, and A-Scan ultrasound.
  • Benefits include up to 22 days of vacation, competitive health insurance, and tuition coverage for employees and families.

Matching Summary

This role provides advanced administrative and technical support to an ophthalmologist in a clinical setting.

Salary

Base: $19.21 - $28.85 per hour; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Up to 22 days vacation, health insurance, 403(b) retirement plan

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Perform kinetic and static visual fields tests
  • Assist with clinical work up of patients
  • Perform gross refractions and tonometry
  • Insert and remove contact lenses
  • Perform A-Scan ultrasound testing

Nice-to-have

  • Detail-oriented patient care services
  • Interactive communication skills
  • Knowledge of medical abbreviations

Key Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) certification
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) certification with skills assessment
  • 1 year supervised ophthalmologic office experience

Work Rights

Not specified

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