Certified Ophthalmic Assistant Resume Samples

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Certified Ophthalmic Assistant
San Francisco, CA
Fisher-Walker
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Certified Ophthalmic Assistant
  • Keep exam rooms and working area neat, clean and fully stocked
  • Define and assist in the resolution of problems within department on a daily basis, forming the most cost-effective and staff-effective solutions
  • Educate patients on ophthalmology problems, medications, procedures and testing per physician protocols
  • Maintain communication with the ambulatory surgery centers used by provider for the scheduling and coordination of surgeries for patients
  • Document thoroughly on the details associated with completing tasks in Allscripts
  • Successful completion of the written exam for Certified Ophthalmic Assistant
  • Consistently present self in a manner that reflects a high standard of customer service, both in person and on the phone
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Phoenix, AZ
Certified Ophthalmic Assistant
Phoenix, AZ
Jacobson-Terry
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Phoenix, AZ
Certified Ophthalmic Assistant
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  • Performs stocking, maintenance and other related duties as assigned, including maintaining exam rooms, equipment and supplies
  • Greet patients in a caring and pleasant manner when bringing them from the waiting area to the exam/treatment room
  • Stay current and complete tasks in Allscripts task buckets; Nursing A, Nursing B and Overdue tasks on a daily basis
  • Screen the content of all messages and processes according to triage protocol, referring emergencies or complicated calls to the provider
  • Performs routine screening tests
  • Pull MRN (medical record number) and place on patient’s file and send to scanning
  • Perform all Ophthalmic testing as requested by the provider
Education Education
Bachelor’s Degree in Professionalism
Bachelor’s Degree in Professionalism
Ohio University
Bachelor’s Degree in Professionalism
Skills Skills
  • A reliable, team oriented, person who is also able to work independently
  • Able to work up potential surgery patients in a friendly and efficient manner
  • Ability to adapt to a fast-paced environment and multi-task under pressure
  • Ability to remain focused and organized
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, providers, and staff members
  • Ability to withstand prolonged standing and walking
  • Ability to accept responsibility and take initiative to proceed without direct supervision within scope of practice
  • Knowledge of Ocular disease
  • Knowledge of Ocular Medications
  • Ability to perform advance Ophthalmic Work-Up
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4 Certified Ophthalmic Assistant resume templates

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Certified Ophthalmic Assistant Resume Examples & Samples

  • Prepares examination and treatment rooms for use by eye care providers, by cleaning, stocking and arranging supplies and equipment which requires bending, reaching and moderate lifting of up to 45 pounds throughout the day
  • Reviews appointment schedule to determine patient visits order; greets and escorts patient to examination or treatment room, in a courteous manner; instructs or assists patient in preparation for scheduled procedures, and may assist with some minor procedures and Yag laser
  • Performs basic and routine vision screening examinations as directed, recording data on standard format for interpretation by the eye care provider
  • This may include pertinent medical and ocular history, visual acuity, stereopsis, color testing tonometry and lensometry
  • Performs other technical skills as directed by an eye care provider, which may include keratometry, refractometry, automated perimetry and ocular imaging
  • Administers eye medications as ordered by the Ophthalmologists and Optometrists, and demonstrates knowledge of ocular pharmacology to assigned provider annually, or as requested
  • Cleans and maintains ophthalmic instruments appropriately
  • Performs clerical and reception duties as directed
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Certified Ophthalmic Assistant Resume Examples & Samples

  • Receives and prepares patients for examination or treatment as directed by the technician, supervisor or physician
  • Performs routine screening tests
  • Documents patient information in the patient medical record
  • Performs stocking, maintenance and other related duties as assigned, including maintaining exam rooms, equipment and supplies
  • Minimum 2 years experience in an ophthalmic setting
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Certified Ophthalmic Assistant Resume Examples & Samples

  • Greet patients in a caring and pleasant manner when bringing them from the waiting area to the exam/treatment room
  • Properly document all pertinent information into the Allscripts E.H.R. per meaningful use guidelines, provider expectations and needs
  • Consistently present self in a manner that reflects a high standard of customer service, both in person and on the phone
  • Perform ophthalmology exams to include, but not limited to: vision testing (near and distance ), pupils, confrontation fields, EOMS, color plates, Amsler Grid, red desat, tonometry, manual refraction, auto refraction, auto lensometer, HVF, OCT, Ascan, and IOL Master testing
  • Stay current and complete tasks in Allscripts task buckets; Nursing A, Nursing B and Overdue tasks on a daily basis
  • Triage patient emergency phone calls and answer messages from patients within a reasonable time frame (same day turnaround time is expected)
  • Screen the content of all messages and processes according to triage protocol, referring emergencies or complicated calls to the provider
  • Document thoroughly on the details associated with completing tasks in Allscripts
  • Complete chart preparation prior to patient appointment such as contacting doctors’ offices/facilities and getting prior notes, labs, and testing available for provider review
  • Maintain communication with the ambulatory surgery centers used by provider for the scheduling and coordination of surgeries for patients
  • Educate patients on ophthalmology problems, medications, procedures and testing per physician protocols
  • Submit and track prior authorizations especially for surgery and submit appeal or letters of medical necessity if needed
  • Understand the intricacies of managed care, referral and precertification requirements
  • Communicate lab/test/procedure/radiology information to patients on all normal labs/radiology and any other results assigned by provider
  • Define and assist in the resolution of problems within department on a daily basis, forming the most cost-effective and staff-effective solutions
  • Notify Operations Manager immediately of unresolved or ongoing problems, suggesting changes or policy or procedures as appropriate
  • Keep exam rooms and working area neat, clean and fully stocked
  • Perform all Ophthalmic testing as requested by the provider
  • Set-up for and assist with in office procedures and minor surgeries
  • Ensure prior authorization for surgeries and track in Groupcast
  • Schedule surgeries
  • Prepare surgery packets and make sure they are ready for doctor prior to surgery
  • Maintain the doctor’s surgical schedule
  • Order all surgical implants (lenses) for surgeries
  • Charge specialty lenses in advance and properly complete charge ticket
  • Fax the proper signed paper work and/or forms to correct number (with verification) that it was sent
  • Order office supplies as the need comes and sample medications
  • Work closely with other CSHP staff to ensure smooth interaction among all departments
  • Maintain appreciation and understanding of confidentiality
  • Pull MRN (medical record number) and place on patient’s file and send to scanning
  • Properly order labs/radiology and test with the correct diagnosis and explain the procedure/test to the patient
  • Remain abreast of changes in the area and report them to the Operations Manager immediately
  • Maintain knowledge of MSDS online resource to access MSDS when needed
  • Assist in special projects and/or other duties as assigned by Specialty Operations Manager
  • Communicate completed office note to patient’s PCP if it’s not a CSHP PCP
  • Demonstrate and exemplify behavior consistent with DaVita’s core values – service excellence, integrity, team, continuous improvement, accountability, fulfillment, fun
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, providers, and staff members
  • Ability to accept responsibility and take initiative to proceed without direct supervision within scope of practice
  • Ability to gather the information needed for checking out the patient after there visit. ( Clinical summary, samples, and instructions)
  • Ability to adapt to a fast-paced environment and multi-task under pressure
  • Appreciation for and understanding of confidentiality
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Certified Ophthalmic Assistant Resume Examples & Samples

  • Certification as a COA by the Joint Commission of Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology
  • Minimum of one year experience working as an Ophthalmic Assistant in an Ophthalmology or Optometry setting
  • Must be professional, punctual & dependable
  • Must possess good communication skills
  • Must be able to interact with various types of patients and staff
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Certified Ophthalmic Assistant Resume Examples & Samples

  • Greets and rooms patient. Completes patient work-up, including collection of history and chart information such as chief complaint, medications, and allergies. Performs testing of vision and neutralizing of spectacles
  • Ensures the fee sheet is properly completed and ready for data entry. Enters information into Cerner in accordance with VM standard process. Takes intraocular pressure by applanation or Tonopen, and performs refractometry. May perform additional tests including, but not limited to: A- or B-scan calculations, Visual Fields, Pachymetry, Corneal Topography, Heidelberg Retina Tomography (HRT) and Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT)
  • May assist physician with in-office procedures, as appropriate and in accordance with incumbent’s training. Administers ocular medications as prescribed by the physician. Educates patients as necessary or requested
  • Provides patient counseling regarding proper use of medication. As needed, distributes approved pre- and post-op guidelines
  • Performs telephone triage to assess urgent versus emergent needs and creates schedules to meet the needs of the patient. Works with e-call physician’s teams to work in patients. Does general scheduling of patients and handling of phone messages
  • Restocks and cleans exam rooms after patient care. Conducts area sweeps during and at end of day to ensure that team area is always at a level 4 per 5S guidelines. Closes rooms at end of patient schedule
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Certified Ophthalmic Assistant Resume Examples & Samples

  • A reliable, team oriented, person who is also able to work independently
  • Willing to be cross-trained in patient work ups, surgical assisting and laser operations for laser vision correction
  • Has a high degree of professionalism, excellent communication, listening skills and multitasking
  • Able to work up potential surgery patients in a friendly and efficient manner
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Certified Ophthalmic Assistant Resume Examples & Samples

  • Obtain and document patient medical and eye history: Chief complaint, past history patient/family, ocular history patient/family, including medications and allergies. Triage patients
  • Basic Ophthalmic/Department tech competencies: Basic Level I knowledge plus: Ability to perform applanation tonometry, estimate anterior chamber depth with slit lamp. Theoretical knowledge to include aqueous humor dynamics, open vs. closed angle glaucoma. Ocular motility skills, OCT, pachymetry, laser skills, photography skills, and minor surgical skills
  • Lensometer skills: Basic Level I Plus: Ability to measure and record lens prescriptions with auto and manual lensometers (without assistance), troubleshoot prescription problems, detect minor frame adjustments, knowledge of plus/minus cylinders, ability to transpose prescriptions and detect prism
  • Contact lens skills: Basic Level I Plus: accurately over-refract and record visual acuity and polish lenses
  • Pharmacology: Proper aseptic technique, proper instillation of eye drop medication (without supervision)
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Certified Ophthalmic Assistant Resume Examples & Samples

  • Obtain and document patient medical and eye history: chief complaint, past history patient/family, ocular history patient/family, including medications and allergies. Triage patients. Advanced history taking to include subsequent problem specific testing
  • Advanced Ophthalmic/Department tech competencies: Basic Levels I and II plus: Ability to perform appllanation tonometry, estimate anterior chamber dept with slit lamp. Advanced Theoretical knowledge to include aqueous humor dynamics, Open vs. Closed angle glaucoma, ocular and congenital disease, and extraocular muscle function/innervation. Ocular motility skills, Oct, Pachymetry, Laser skills, Photography skills, Minor surgical skills
  • Visual Field: Prepares patient for visual field testing. Basic Levels I and I I Plus: Advanced Knowledge of testing requirements. Performance of Ziess Humphrey, Goldmann VF, defects, static vs. kinetic, fixation losses and plotting blind spot
  • Lensometer skills: Basic Levels I and II Plus: Ability to measure and record lens prescriptions with auto and manual lensometers (without assistance), trouble shoot prescription problems, detect minor frame adjustments knowledge of plus/minus cylinders, ability to transpose prescription and detect prism. Problem solve glasses difficulties
  • Contact lens skills: Basic Level I Plus:. Accurately over-refract and record visual acuity. Polish lenses
  • Pharmacology: Basic Levels I and II Plus: Proper aseptic technique, proper instillation of eye drop medication (without supervision) Knowledge of systemic medications and mechanisms of action of ophthalmic medications and reactions
  • Ultrasound skills: familiarity with A-scan/B-scan unit operation and OCB. Advanced ability to perform scan function and troubleshooting including analyzing and assessing test results. Advanced theoretical knowledge and understanding of result requirements