Certified Ophthalmic Assistant Pediatrics - University Hospitals
Cleveland, OH
About the Job
Certified Ophthalmic Assistant Pediatrics - (240002LU)
Description
- Assists healthcare providers in the ambulatory setting.
- Obtain patient past and present ocular and general medical history.
- Perform visual acuity.
- Perform diagnostic testing under the supervision of physicians and techs. These tests include visual field testing, refractometry, keratometry, topography, pachymetry, and intraocular pressure check.
- Takes responsibility for self-development and supports a learning environment.
- Uses interpersonal skills to communicate effectively with patients, physicians, and other customers.
- Provides age specific care to patients from toddlers through elderly .
- Provide other patient services and education as requested by the physicians.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Complies with all policies and standards.
- For specific duties and responsibilities, refer to documentation provided by the department during orientation.
- Must abide by all requirements to safely and securely maintain Protected Health Information (PHI) for our patients. Annual training, the UH Code of Conduct and UH policies and procedures are in place to address appropriate use of PHI in the workplace.
Qualifications
- High School Equivalent / GED (Required)
- 1+ years work experience in an Ophthalmic Practice. (Required)
- Basic understanding of contact lens usage. (Required proficiency)
- Demonstrated skill in interpersonal relationships. (Required proficiency)
- Ability to work independently in a high stress environment. (Required proficiency)
- Use of diagnostic and patient care equipment and general office equipment, including telephone, pager, and fax machines. (Required proficiency)
- Basic computer skills. (Required proficiency)
- Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) through CMEs (Required) and
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Upon Hire (Required) and
- Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) (Required)
- Completion of a 1year Certified Ophthalmic Assistant program or completion of JCAHPO Home Study and 1 year work experience in a similar field. within 1 Year (Required)
- Standing Frequently
- Walking Frequently
- Sitting Rarely
- Lifting Frequently 50 lbs
- Carrying Frequently 50 lbs
- Pushing Frequently 50 lbs
- Pulling Frequently 50 lbs
- Climbing Occasionally 50 lbs
- Balancing Occasionally
- Stooping Frequently
- Kneeling Frequently
- Crouching Frequently
- Crawling Occasionally
- Reaching Frequently
- Handling Frequently
- Grasping Frequently
- Feeling Constantly
- Talking Constantly
- Hearing Constantly
- Repetitive Motions Constantly
- Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination Constantly
- 10%
Primary Location
: United States-Ohio-ClevelandWork Locations
:11100 Euclid Avenue
11100 Euclid Avenue
Cleveland 44106
Job
: Technician / Patient CareOrganization
: Specialty_Care_UHMSOSchedule
: Full-timeEmployee Status
: RegularJob Type
: StandardJob Level
: ProfessionalTravel
: Yes, 50 % of the TimeJob Posting
: Jul 12, 2024, 2:10:53 PM
Source : University Hospitals