Ophthalmic Assistant I en Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center El Paso
Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center El Paso · El Paso, Estados Unidos De América · Onsite
- Oficina en El Paso
Position Description
Employees in this classification provide support to the Ophthalmology Specialty Clinics by performing preliminary eye examinations and routine tests, and by assuring the steady and even flow of patients through the clinic. Work is performed within established guidelines. Works under direct supervision of ophthalmologist when performing patient-care related duties. Works under only general supervision in all other duties. Employees in this classification normally have no delegated supervisory responsibility.
Travel Required
Up to 25%
Major/Essential Functions
- Greets patients, shows them to exam room, takes initial brief history, and records patient's chief complaint, any meds patient is taking, and any other pertinent information in chart. Performs vision screen, if applicable
- Opens clinic, checks, daily schedules and ensures all necessary charts are complete and available.
- Retrieves test results from other entities as necessary
- May perform various visual acuity and color vision tests; dilates patient's eyes, as necessary
- Assists Ophthalmologists with examinations and various procedures
- Equipment lens and exam rooms are clean and neat and stocked, as needed
- Required clinic forms are stocked and available
- Receives incoming calls, from patients, pharmacies, and other medical facilities, and handles, as appropriate
- Provides back-up coverage to front desk, as needed
- Coordinates with UMC or Surgical Center for Surgery dates for Ophthalmologist to perform surgeries, and schedules patients accordingly.
- Ensures surgical facility has the necessary documentation for the surgery, in a timely manner
- Prepares instruments to be picked up for auto-claving and sterilization
- Other duties as assigned by Head Nurse, Assistant Director, or physician
- Remains current with all licensure, certifications and mandatory compliances and trainings required of this
position. - Adhere to all TTUHSCEP policies, procedures and processes.
- Personally demonstrate, display, and act in accordance with TTUHSCEP’s values (Service, Respect, Accountability, Integrity, Advancement, and Teamwork). Actively promote and encourage staff across the institution.
- Perform all other duties as assigned
Grant Funded?
No
Minimum Hire Rate
Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications
Pay Basis
Hourly
Work Location
El Paso
Preferred Qualifications
- Eligibility for certification as ophthalmic assistant
- At least 1 year experience in working for an ophthalmologist
- BLS from American Heart Association
Campus
HSC - El Paso
Department
Clinical Operations OPTHO
Required Attachments
Resume / CV, Transcript
Job Type
Full Time
Pay Statement
Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as, the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan on the Human Resources webpage.
Job Group
Skilled Technicians
Shift
Day
EEO Statement
All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to sex, race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.
Required Qualifications
- A minimum of a High School diploma or equivalent
- No work experience required
Does this position work in a research laboratory?
No
Navy Enlisted Classification Code
HM
Army Military Occupational Specialty Code
68Y
Air Force Specialty Code
4V0X1
Jeanne Clery Act
The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act is a federal statute requiring colleges and universities participating in federal financial aid programs to maintain and disclose campus crime statistics and security information. By October 1 of each year, institutions must publish and distribute their Annual Campus Security Policy & Crime Statistics Report (ASR) to current and prospective students and employees. You can locate this report through our website at: https://www.ttuhsc.edu/emergency/clery-report.aspx
