Certified Ophthalmic Assistant

Advocate Health

Winston Salem, NC, US
Base: $21.85 - $32.80 ph; bonus/equity: not specif...
Ophthalmic instrumentation knowledge
Patient medical history taking
Visual acuity and tonometry testing
The role involves performing detailed patient screenings including visual acuity, tonometry, and visual field testing under physician direction

Job Summary

  • The role involves performing detailed patient screenings including visual acuity, tonometry, and visual field testing under physician direction.
  • Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of benefits including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off for full-time employees.
  • Candidates must maintain current certification by the Joint Commission on Allied Health Personnel (JCAHPO) and CPR certification during employment.

Matching Summary

The role involves performing detailed patient screenings including visual acuity, tonometry, and visual field testing under physician direction.

Salary

Base: $21.85 - $32.80 per hour; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Comprehensive suite including medical, dental, vision, and retirement match

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Ophthalmic instrumentation knowledge
  • Patient medical history taking
  • Visual acuity and tonometry testing
  • Equipment maintenance and cleaning
  • Electronic Medical Record usage

Nice-to-have

  • Excellent interpersonal communication skills
  • Team player with organized approach
  • Ability to withstand long standing periods
  • Multi-tasking efficiency in clinic environment

Key Requirements

  • High School diploma or GED equivalent
  • JCAHPO Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) certification
  • Current CPR certification required
  • Proficiency in basic preliminary ophthalmic testing

Work Rights

Not specified

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