POSITION SUMMARY

This position works with the ophthalmologist to provide patient care by performing ophthalmic testing, accurate history taking and documentation, assisting with medical treatments and procedures, and other clinical activities as requested. Provides education to the patient in a safe, caring manner. Accurately documents clinical data into the electronic medical record.

 *RETINA EXPERIENCE A PLUS 

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Prepares patient for the ophthalmic exam by the Ophthalmologist
2. Performs anterior and posterior segment initial diagnostic testing, including but not limited to: automated refraction, a-scan ultrasonography, corneal topography, optical coherence tomography, pachymetry, refraction and visual field testing.
3. Obtains and maintains an updated patient medical, social and family history
4. Accurately documents patient’s chief complaint, history or present illness and all required exam elements
5. Provides patient education as directed by physician’s care plan for the patient. Counsels patients by transmitting physician's orders, use of drops, contact lenses, drugs, and answers questions about surgery and specialty imaging required/ordered.
6. Assists with office procedures including but not limited to: laser procedures, intravitreal injections, minor procedures, and slit lamp procedures
7. Coordinates scheduling and prepares required documents for patient procedures
8. Accurately records all information in EMR system according to established standards and requirements
9. Secures patient information and maintains patient confidence by completing and safeguarding medical records, completing diagnostics, and keeping patient information confidential.
10. Maintains a safe, secure, and healthy work environment by following established EMG policies and procedures
11. Keeps equipment operating by following operating instructions, maintaining supplies, and promptly reporting equipment issues.
12. Maintains stock in exam room in accordance with standard inventory and physician preferences.
13. Assists with minor procedures which may include maintaining sterile field.
14. Demonstrates a strong commitment to EMG’s Core Values: maintaining an Optimistic Stance, Embracing Change, engaging in Real Talk, Doing the Right Thing, being Authentic, balancing Head and Heart, and Stewardship.

Work Environment

• Daily operation of exam room equipment: hand-held instruments, muscle light, retinoscope, direct ophthalmoscope, biomicroscope (slit lamp), Goldmann tonometer, iCare, tonopen, phoropter and EDTRS screen
• Daily operation of various diagnostic equipment: manual and automated lensometer, auto-refractor, ocular coherence tomography, corneal topography, A-scan ultrasonography, corneal pachymetry and non-mydriatic retinal imaging
• Ability to assist patients, as necessary, into exam chairs for diagnostic testing and treatment
• Ability to maintain confidentiality in the performance of duties
• Ability to complete work in a timely, accurate and thorough manner
• Ability to work collaboratively with members of the EMG team and support a positive EMG Culture

QUALIFICATIONS

• High School diploma required – undergraduate degree preferred
• Current BLS certification, or completion of certification course within 6 months of date of hire
• JCAHPO certification preferred, or completion of the Ophthalmic Medical Assisting home study course and exam within 6 months of date of hire

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

1. Keeps abreast of advances on ophthalmic care within subspecialty
2. Participates in continuing education programs for professional development and meeting requirements for recertification
3. Pursues OSC, COA, COT or COMT JCAHPO certification after OA is obtained
4. May Pursue EMG ASC surgical assisting program in order to assist in surgery in the EMG ASC
5. Participates in all required staff meetings and keeps abreast of all updated EMG policies