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AtÂAmerican Vision Partners (AVP), were bringing the best together. Our company was created with the affiliation of Barnet Dulaney Perkins Eye Center, Southwestern Eye Center, and the M&M Eye Institute. Today were one of the nations largest and most comprehensive ophthalmology practices with more than 45 eye care centers in Arizona and New Mexico - including 24 ambulatory surgical centers. At AVP we are committed to best in class patient care, being a pioneer in research and technology and most importantly, rewarding and recognizing our employees!
Ophthalmic Assistant- Multiple Sites in Tucson, Oro Valley, Nogales, and surrounding areas
As anÂOphthalmic Assistant, youll be responsible for preparing the patient for the exam with the doctor. Youll gather important medical information from the patient, perform preliminary tests, and gather measurements while providing highest quality of care and an exceptional patient experience.
Responsibilities:
Welcomes patients and visitors with a positive, warm disposition
Keeps doctors rooms filled to ensure clinic patient flow
Obtains patient histories through intake assessments, making note of findings in EHR
Performs visual acuity, auto-refraction, manual and automated lensometry, Goldmann and Tonopen tonometry tests and keratometry on patients
Checks pupils, extra-ocular muscles, confrontational fields and inserts eye drops for dilation
Runs diagnostic tests such as Immersion A-scan, OCTs and Visual Fields
Administers color vision, depth perception and Schirmers tear testing as needed
Assists in minor office procedures (lasers, excisions, etc.)
Educates patients on ophthalmic conditions and consent for procedures and surgery
Maintains exam rooms, including cleaning/sterilization as necessary
Qualifications:
High School Diploma or GED required
At least 1-year of experience in Ophthalmology a plus
COA, COT is a plus
Detail oriented; reliable and able to multi-task in a fast-paced, high-volume work environment
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to travel to other locations as needed (mileage reimbursement)
Benefits & Perks:
Your health, happiness and your future matters! At AVP, we offer everything from medical and dental to significant eye care discounts, continuing education, 401(k), 9 paid holidays plus PTO, flexible work hours and much more!
Please Attention all Resumes to Amanda- Southwest Region.
