Promptly and professionally assists the doctor in patient care.
Performs technical workups, patient interviews and special testing.
Performs refractions
Communicates with patients regarding follow-up care, surgeries, procedures, changes in schedule, symptoms, surgery scheduling, etc.
Maintains and cleans all equipment being used.
Returns phone calls to patients and pharmacies.
Assists in minor surgery.
Maintains patient confidentiality.
Efficiently and accurately interviews patients and documents histories.
Accurately performs:
Refractions,
Lensometry,
Keratometry,
Tonometry,
Visual fields,
Amslers,
Muscle testing,
Pupil exams and
Topography.
Duties and responsibilities may be added, deleted or changed at any time at the discretion of management, formally or informally, either verbally or in writing
Minimum Education Requirements
High school diploma or GED.
Previous experience or training in this or a similar position in ophthalmology
Good understanding of ophthalmic practice and patient care
Knowledge of medical instrumentation and its proper care and usage.
Ability to assess common safety hazards and take precautions to establish a safe work environment.
Ability to communicate with patients, coworkers and supervisor.
Willingness to help in all areas and understand the need for efficient use of time.
Minimum Demonstrated Skills
Demonstrates working knowledge of eye anatomy, disease, symptoms and ocular meds.
Has a working understanding of A-scans, fundus photos, nerve fiber analysis and fluorescein angiography.
Has basic knowledge of contact lenses.
Utilizes proper eyedrop technique and sterility.
Understands and uses proper sterile techniques.
Utilizes proper universal precaution procedures.
Understands characteristics of common anterior segment disorders and oculoplastic conditions.
Understands and communicates well to patients about cataract and oculoplastic surgery.
Knows how to order IOLs.
Understands and communicates well to patients about LASIK parameters.
Understands and follows procedures for surgical and procedural consents.
Displays consistent professionalism.
Is energetic and empathetic with patients.
Consistently displays positive rapport with fellow employees.
Cooperates with supervisory staff and physicians.
Scribes readily when doctor desires.
Demonstrates flexibility in job assignment.
Demonstrates initiative in accomplishing practice goals.
Louisiana Center For Eyes,LLC provided the following inclusive hiring information:
We are an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants equally without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability status.
Job Type: Full-Time/Part-Time
Pay: From $16.00 per hour
Expected hours: 30 – 40 per week
Benefits:
401(k)
Paid time off
Medical Specialty:
8 hour shift
Education:
High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Experience:
Ophthalmology: 1 year (Preferred)
