Ophthalmic Assistant (non-COA)
Speare Memorial HospitalPlymouth, NH, United StatesHace 2 días
Tipo de contrato
- A tiempo completo
Descripción del trabajoRead all glasses prior to exam Conducts contact lens insertion and removal training Consulting with physician if needed Having knowledge and understanding of eye anatomy and physiology Knowing the common complications of eye diseases. Prepares exam and testing rooms and all supplies / equipment to ensure environmental safety for patients and staff as demonstrated by : Selecting the appropriate supplies and equipment Verifying special procedures that need sterile techniques Identifying principles and techniques of disinfecting, sterilization and environmental control Assist in efficient room turnover Demonstrates competency of assigned functions and application of basic and current knowledge by : Identifies testing needed and performs the appropriate testing Knowing how to use all testing devices and supplies needed for using the equipment Maintaining a neat and clean environment for all procedures and patient exam rooms Differentiate between clean, contaminated and sterile areas Attends and participates in hospital / departmental meetings as required. Complies with hospital and departmental policies, procedures, regulations and standards as related to the job. Demonstrates hospital's stated mission and values of teamwork, respect and communication with co-workers, patients, families and visitors. Actively and appropriately participates in problem-solving identification and resolution, both intra- and inter-departmentally. Meets department customer service standards and strives to enhance the level of customer service provided. Required : High School Graduate Clinical Experience preferred but not required. Ability to respond appropriately to changing patient and staffing needs. Demonstrated ability to make independent judgments in times of need along with the ability to seek guidance and / or support from appropriate resources. Computer literacy. Ability to write clearly and concisely. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Ability to give and accept feedback in a constructive manner.
Summary : The Ophthalmic Assistant assists the physician in organizing, implementing and evaluating the activities that occur in the ophthalmology environment by performing the assigned technical duties.
Essential Job Functions :
- Under direction and supervision of providers and supervisor, individualizes the ophthalmological planning of each patient prior to the patient seeing the physician by :
Performs needed test (Optomap, OCT, Visual Field, Photography, etc.)
Turn all equipment on and make sure it is in working order and report any unsafe working conditions to the appropriate person
Anticipates the needs of the provider and patient
Qualifications :
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Ophthalmic Assistant • Plymouth, NH, United States