Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (float) - Ophthalmology

Washington University in St. Louis

Base: $19.21 - $28.85 ph; bonus/equity: not specif...
Perform kinetic and static visual fields tests
Assist with clinical patient work up
Insert and remove contact lenses
This position provides advanced administrative and technical support to an ophthalmologist in a clinical setting while floating between locations

Job Summary

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

Matching Summary

This position provides advanced administrative and technical support to an ophthalmologist in a clinical setting while floating between locations.

Salary

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

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Perform kinetic and static visual fields tests
  • Assist with clinical patient work up
  • Insert and remove contact lenses
  • Perform A-Scan ultrasound testing
  • Assist physicians with minor surgical procedures

Nice-to-have

  • Patient education and instruction skills
  • Detail-oriented medical screening
  • Interactive communication abilities

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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