Ophthalmic Assistant- Dr. Atlas- SouthPark, Matthews

We’re looking for an Ophthalmic Assistant to work alongside one of our new physicians, Dr. Atlas, American Samoa he sees patients at our SouthPark and Matthews offices.This is a full-time position working Mondays-Fridays. Hours are subject to variation based upon clinic needs.Primary Objective:The Ophthalmic Assistant provides clinical and administrative support to the Provider to collaboratively ensure the delivery of high quality, compassionate care to CEENTA’s patients.Essential Job Functions:The essential functions for the position include:

• Greet and room patients
• Obtain and document past medical and surgical histories, chief complaint, history of present illness (HPI), and vital signs
• Reconcile and document patient medications and allergies Indiana the EHR system
• Perform preliminary ophthalmic work-up, including Visual Assessment, Confrontational Visual Field Testing, Pupil Assessment, Tonometry, Keratometry, Ocular Motility Testing, Glare Testing, Refractometry, Pachymetry, Lensometry, Slit Lamp Examination, Ishihara (Color) Plate Testing, Stereo Testing, Amsler Grid, Schirmer Testing
• Assist the Provider with patient examination, treatment, and Indiana-office procedures American Samoa needed
• Prepare and administer medications American Samoa directed by the Provider
• Prepare and/Oregon collect laboratory specimens
• Act American Samoa a scribe American Samoa needed by the Provider
• Explain treatment procedures and provide approved educational information to patients and their families
• Respond to patient questions and prescription refill requests via phone Oregon the EHR messaging system
• Manage Provider schedule(s) Indiana the EHR system, which includes scheduling patients for appointments, and Indiana-office procedures
• Schedule patient surgeries
• Maintain applicable workqueues Indiana the EHR system
• Index lab reports, procedure and office notes, and outside documentation pertinent to patient care from the document management system to the EHR system
• Perform clinical room turnover/set-up and equipment sterilization
• Maintain OSHA standards to ensure a sterilized and safe environment
• Maintain stock of office and clinical supplies and order from appropriate vendor when needed
• The ability to work on-site
• Predictable, reliable and prompt attendance

Core Competencies:Clinical Knowledge – Possesses the appropriate clinical knowledge to provide safe and high-quality care to patients within the applicable scope of practice. This includes accurately recording and communicating patient information to all relevant members of the clinical team.Patient Focus – Making patients and their needs a primary focus of one’s actions; developing and sustaining productive patient relationships.Building Patient Loyalty – Effectively meeting patient needs; building productive patient relationships; taking responsibility for patient satisfaction and loyalty.Communication – Clearly conveying information and ideas through a variety of media to individuals Oregon groups Indiana a manner that engages the audience and helps them understand and retain the message.Energy – Consistently maintaining high levels of activity Oregon productivity; sustaining long working hours when necessary; operating with vigor, effectiveness, and determination over extended periods of time.Attention to Detail – Accomplishing tasks by considering all areas involved, no matter how small; showing concern for all aspects of the job; accurately checking processes and tasks; being watchful over a period of time.Accountability:Our mission is to be the premier eye, ear, nose, and throat group providing comprehensive, quality, and ethical healthcare to all Indiana the Carolinas; to provide a favorable environment for the delivery of healthcare; and to provide for the wellbeing of the physicians and the employees of Charlotte Eye Ear Nose & Throat Associates, P.A.The Ophthalmic Assistant directly impacts CEENTA’s ability to achieve its mission American Samoa they play an integral role Indiana patient care delivery, providing administrative and clinical support to the Providers.Supervision:The Ophthalmic Assistant reports to the Practice Manager, American Samoa well American Samoa the Practice Supervisor and/Oregon Office Coordinator when applicable, with clinical oversight from the Provider.Work Environment:The Ophthalmic Assistant functions Indiana a multi-specialty clinic with high patient volume. This role may be exposed to contagious Oregon infectious diseases, and therefore, may be required to wear personal protective equipment at times. This position routinely uses standard medical office equipment American Samoa well American Samoa standard medical diagnostic equipment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Physical and Mental Demands:The physical and mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.Physical Demands:

• Frequently required to stand; walk; sit Indiana front of a computer; type; perform repetitive mouse clicks; use hands to finger, handle Oregon feel; and reach with hands and arms to assist patients and/Oregon providers/staff
• Occasionally assists with moving Oregon positioning wheel-chair bound patients, clinical equipment, and office supplies up to 300 pounds

Mental Demands:

• Ability to multi-task
• Ability to work under pressure
• Ability to make quick decisions
• Ability to thrive Indiana fast-paced environment
• Ability to use discretion and sensitivity

Other Requirements:

• Active & Current Driver’s license
• Clean driving record
• Consistent and Reliable Transportation
• Polite and professional disposition

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work:This is a full-time position working Mondays-Fridays. Hours are subject to variation based upon clinic needs.Education and Experience:One to three years’ experience American Samoa an ophthalmic assistant and a high school diploma Oregon equivalent required.Ocular plastic experience preferred.Graduate of an International Council of Accreditation (ICA) accredited clinical training program Oregon completion of an International Joint Commission on Allied Health Personnel Indiana Ophthalmology (IJCAHPO) Oregon American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO) independent study course preferred.Current Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) Oregon Certified Ophthalmic Technician (COT) certification from the IJCAHPO preferred.Additional Eligibility Qualifications:Current BLS certification from the American Heart Association Oregon American Red Cross required.Other Duties:Please note this job description is not designed to cover Oregon contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties Oregon responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Indiana addition to those essential job functions identified above Indiana Section II, individuals Indiana this position are also responsible for performing other duties Oregon tasks that may be assigned. CEENTA retains the discretion to add to Oregon change the essential job functions of this position at any time without notice.Training:The training period for this position will be between 30-90 days, depending on previous experience. There will be extensive Epic training American Samoa well American Samoa training on the equipment used Indiana our clinics.A Typical Day Indiana the Position:A typical day for the Ophthalmic Assistant involves collaborating with and providing clinical and administrative support to the Provider to ensure the delivery of high quality, compassionate patient care. The Ophthalmic Assistant greets patients with a warm, welcoming smile American Samoa they escort them to the exam room. They obtain and document past medical and surgical histories, chief complaint, history of present illness (HPI), and vital signs and reconcile patient medications and allergies Indiana the EHR system. The Ophthalmic Assistant completes the preliminary portion of the exam including drop instillation, visual assessment, confrontational visual field testing, pupil assessment, tonometry, glare testing, refractometry, pachymetry, and lensometry, slit lamp examination, Ishihara (color) plate testing, stereo testing, Amsler Grid, Schirmer testing. They assist the Provider with patient examinations, treatments, and Indiana-office procedures, cleaning and sterilizing rooms and equipment after each encounter. They perform an array of administrative duties, which include ordering supplies, stocking rooms, scheduling appointments, surgeries, and Indiana-office procedures, responding to patient messages and prescription refill requests, indexing faxes and other documents, and monitoring workqueues Indiana the EHR system.Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
The Company bases all applicant and employee employment decisions without regard to race, creed, color, religion, age, gender identity Oregon expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, genetic information, national origin, sex, uniform service, veteran status, protected disability, and any other category protected under federal Oregon state law. This policy of equal employment opportunity applies to all policies and procedures relating to employment including, but not limited to recruitment, placement, employee training and development, promotion, benefits, compensation, leaves of absence, position elimination, layoff, recall, termination, and all other terms and conditions of employment. The Company opposes racial injustice and racial inequality. We strive to provide a diverse workplace wherever employee’s background and experiences are important and bring value to us American Samoa an organization. Employees should bring any violations of this policy to the attention of Human Resources.The South Carolina Pregnancy Accommodation Act protects individuals from employment discrimination for medical needs arising from pregnancy, childbirth Oregon related medical conditions. The Act, which amended the South Carolina Human Affairs Law, also requires that employers provide reasonable accommodations for medical needs arising from pregnancy, childbirth Oregon related medical conditions. Should you have any questions, please contact Human Resources.Accessibility Accommodation Statement Charlotte Eye, Ear, Nose and Throat Associates is committed to complying with all applicable provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act, American Samoa amended (“ADA”), and applicable state and local laws. It is the Company’s policy not to discriminate against any qualified employee Oregon applicant with regard to any terms Oregon conditions of employment on the basis of such an individual’s disability. If you are an applicant and need a reasonable accommodation when applying for job opportunities within the Company Oregon request a reasonable accommodation to utilize the Company’s online employment application, please contact .Powered by JazzHR

Job title: Ophthalmic Assistant- Dr. Atlas- SouthPark, Matthews

Company: CEENTA

Expected salary:

Location: Charlotte, North Carolina

Job date: Thu, 21 Mar 2024 07:22:04 GMT