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POSITION SUMMARY
The Ophthalmic Assistant conducts measurements and tests that provide the Physician with the information needed to
arrive at a diagnosis and to prescribe treatment. The incumbent is responsible for appropriate documentation in compliance
with standards and provides excellent patient services

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Reviews patient charts to ensure completeness and accuracy of information.
• Takes an ocular and systemic history and accurately records visual acuity.
• Performs testing required by type of exam scheduled, patient complaint and history, including but not limited to

OCT, automated visual fields, photography, pachymetry, biometry.

• Performs lensometry, automated refractometry, slit lamp exam including applanation tonometry and anterior

chamber angle assessment, basic muscle balance testing, assesses pupils, confrontation visual fields and gross
external exam.

• Performs advanced ophthalmic procedures.
• Acts as scribe while the physician examines patients, entering data into electronic medical records or handwritten

in paper charts.

• Administers topical ophthalmic or oral medications.
• Assists ensuring office procedures are adhered to and required informed consent is obtained.
• Assists with patient education.
• Oversees patient flow throughout the day.
• Maintains cleanliness and orderliness of exam rooms during the workday.
• Complies with all practice procedures and protocols. Complies with all State and Federal regulations. Understands

and accepts responsibility to report potential or suspected errors to supervisor or Compliance Officer.

• Maintains a positive attitude consisting of cooperation, self-motivation, courtesy, and professionalism

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS
Education: High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED). Bachelor’s degree in relevant discipline
preferred.
OA1 Experience: 0-2 years of prior ophthalmic assistant experience
OAII Experience: 2 years of prior ophthalmic assistant experienc