Ophthalmic Assistant
The University of California, San Diego
About this position
Position Description
The Ophthalmic Assistant functions within the activities of all medically related paraprofessionals and office activities involving patient flow and care. Under the supervision of physicians, will participate in patient care involving history, diagnostic vision tests, and visual field examinations. Will assist physicians with minor in office laser procedures and injections. Will be responsible for maintaining timely and courteous patient flow. In addition, will organize and stock each examination room.
Qualifications
Graduation from college with a major in an applicable natural science; or two years of college courses in the natural sciences plus two years of applicable experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. General knowledge of ophthalmic diseases, symptoms, diagnosis and treatment in order to carry out all functions. Knowledge of (and high standards of) laboratory hygiene, biohazard handling, and universal precautions. Ability to perform tonometry, field of vision, visual acuity, measurement of eye refractive error, color vision, spectacle. measurement, and related tests. Ability to take patient history, evaluate patient problems and provide complete documentation in patient record. Ability to communicate courteously and effectively with the public and medical personnel. Ability to train and educate patients, staff, residents, medical students and the general community regarding ophthalmology clinic services and procedures, hospital procedures and necessary patient instructions. Ability to sterilize and maintain ophthalmology equipment and supplies in a clean, safe and orderly manner. Knowledge of infection control principles in order to disinfect and sterilize equipment and to operate autoclave.