What are the responsibilities and job description for the Certified Ophthalmic Assistant position at Cleveland Clinic?
Certified Ophthalmic Assistant I
The Cole Eye Institute is among the world’s most advanced eye centers and is consistently ranked in the top 10 in the nation. Cole Eye serves more than 330,000 patients annually – among the highest volumes in the nation. The Institute includes more than 140 staff physicians and researchers who diagnose, treat, and investigate all conditions of the eye, including macular degeneration, cataracts, glaucoma, and diabetic retinopathy.
As a Certified Ophthalmic Assistant, you will perform basic patient care, ophthalmic testing procedures, and initial patient examinations as directed by a physician or supervisor.
A caregiver in this position works 8:00AM – 4:30PM.
A caregiver who excels in this role will:
- Perform clinical and technical ophthalmic duties and perform basic patient care as directed by a physician or supervisor.
- Receive and prepare patients for examination and treatment under the direction of a supervisor or physician.
- Perform routine screening tests and document patient information in the patient medical record.
- Stock and maintain exam rooms with equipment and supplies.
Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:
- High school diploma or GED.
- Successful completion of the written exam for Certified Ophthalmic Assistant.
- Recent graduate of an Ophthalmic Technology Program (not yet COT certified).
- Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) by the Joint Commission on Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology (JCAHPO).
- One year of experience providing direct patient care under the supervision of an Ophthalmologist.
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Physical Requirements:
- Manual dexterity to operate office equipment and PC.
- Ability to lift and transport up to 25 pounds.
- May require extended periods of standing, walking or sitting.
- Visual acuity, including the ability to distinguish colors.
Personal Protective Equipment:
- Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.
Salary : $1,000 - $1,000,000
