Photo Ophthalmic Tech - SRS - Rancho Bernardo - Part Time
Company: SHARP HEALTHCARE
Location: Riverside
Posted on: April 24, 2024
Job Description:
HoursShift Start Time:7 AMShift End Time:5 PMAdditional Shift
Information:Weekend Requirements:No WeekendsOn-Call
Required:NoHourly Pay Range (Minimum - Midpoint - Maximum):$25.966
- $32.457 - $38.948 -The stated pay scale reflects the range that
Sharp reasonably expects to pay for this position.--- The actual
pay rate and pay grade for this position will be dependent on a
variety of factors, including an applicant's years of experience,
unique skills and abilities, education, alignment with similar
internal candidates, marketplace factors, other requirements for
the position, and employer business practices. - -What You Will
DoAssists the Ophthalmologist with patients and maintains patient
flow. Initiates the examination by taking patient history and
performing high level diagnostic testing. Coordinates surgical
procedures.Required Qualifications
- 2 Years Experience in Ophthalmology at an Assistant level.
- AHA Basic Life Support for Healthcare Professional (AHA BLS
Healthcare) - American Heart AssociationPreferred Qualifications
- Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) - Joint Commission on
Allied Health Professional in Ophthalmology (JCAHPO)Other
Qualification Requirements
- Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) certification is due
within 12 months from hire date. Documentation and tracking of this
certification is the responsibility of the department and will be
maintained by the department.Essential Functions
- Clinical competenciesSuccessfully completes Clinical
Competencies with a score of 90% or greater in each section =
Great.Successfully completes Clinical Competencies with a score of
90% or greater on all but one section. Passed on retesting =
Good.Unsuccessful in passing more than one section of Clinical
Competency Testing and/or failed to pass testing on second attempt
= Needs Improvement.Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA)
certification is due within 12 months from hire date. Documentation
and tracking of this certification is the responsibility of the
department and will be maintained by the department.
- Clinical skillsDemonstrates clinical knowledge and skill in
assigned area and within scope of practice.Fully successful in
performing/assisting with all tests and procedures in assigned
department.Administers medications safely and accurately per
guidelines and written order, including two (2) patient identifier
verifications. No medication errors.Able to prepare patient for eye
examination.Partners with physicians to continuously learn and
expand clinical knowledge base.Listens to patients, collects
pertinent information, recognizes the urgency of the patient's
problem and routes to physicians.Returns phone calls according to
physician instruction. May schedule patient appointments.In
partnership with physician, provides specific educational material
and individual teaching.Uses universal precautions and demonstrates
knowledge of infection control policies and procedures.Provides
assistance to PSRs in resolving issues related to front desk
responsibilities including scheduling and telephone management.Acts
as a positive role model and ensures appropriate service
delivery.Participates in clinical projects as directed by the
physician, supervisor, or manager.Department Specific Requirements
- Demonstrates thorough knowledge and competent application of the
following procedures or skills as applicable: a.) Measuring
interpupillary distance; b.) Taking measurement on manual and
automated lensometers; c.) Recording prescriptions; d.) Performing
visual field tests; e.) Taking keratometer readings; f.) Testing
color vision per prescribed test; g.) Using the Amsler grid; h.)
Performing tonometry; i.) Assisting with office surgeries and
routine exams; j.) Contact lens instruction; k.) Contact lens
verification; l.) BAT (Brightness Acuity Test); m.) PAM (Potential
Acuity meter); n.) Pupillary response o.) Topography; p.) Eye
irrigation within scope of practice; q.) Blood pressure and pulse
monitoring; r.) Administration of medications within their scope of
practice; s.) A Scans; t.) Slit Lamp; u.) Photography; v.) Surgery
scheduling coordination; w.) Other tests as required; x.) OR
surgical assisting as required.
- Department efficiency and effectivenessOrganizes and completes
daily requirements and responsibilities.Able to respond to changing
circumstances and prioritize patient needs.Responds to urgent and
emergent situations in a calm and capable manner. Utilizes good
judgment and problem solving ability.Ensures readiness of reports
and information to maximize patient visit.Maintains appropriate
supply levels. Cost conscious in usage.Participates in and prepares
for site inspections and inventories.Completes department
inventories per guidelines.
- Quality initiativesCompletes Quality Assurance assignments and
ensures overall department compliance with requirements.
- Technical skillsDemonstrates knowledge of equipment and
Information Systems applications.Able to activate emergency
procedure per protocol - code, fire, etc.Documents patient care
events in a thorough and accurate manner. Manages and completes
AEHR tasks per prescribed time lines.Support and knowledge of new
applications and policies: AEHR, Abbreviations, etc.Demonstrate
typing skills proficiency by: Using a keyboard, required to type
proficiently and accurately; Have the ability to type a minimum of
30 words per minute with 0-2 errors; Have the ability to proof
work.Knowledge of insurance, utilization review, and scheduling
requirements.Able to operate and maintain department equipment.
-Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Knowledge of eye medications, use and care of instruments, and
sterile techniques is required.
- Successful completion of skills inventory.Sharp HealthCare is
an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified
applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard
to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity,
sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, among other
things, or status as a qualified individual with disability or any
other protected classCertified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) - Joint
Commission on Allied Health Professional in Ophthalmology (JCAHPO);
AHA Basic Life Support for Healthcare Professional (AHA BLS
Healthcare) - American Heart Association
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