At American Vision Partners (AVP), we partner with the most respected ophthalmology practices in the country and integrate best-in-class management systems, operational infrastructure, and advanced technology to provide the highest quality patient care possible. Our practices include Barnet Dulaney Perkins Eye Center, Southwestern Eye Center, Retinal Consultants of Arizona, M&M Eye Institute, Abrams Eye Institute, Southwest Eye Institute, Aiello Eye Institute, Moretsky Cassidy Vision Correction, Wellish Vision Institute, West Texas Eye Associates and Vantage Eye Center. We are focused on building the nation’s largest and most comprehensive eye care practices and currently operate more than 100 eye care centers in Arizona, New Mexico, Nevada, California and Texas – including 25 ambulatory surgical centers.
At AVP we value teamwork, providing exceptional experiences, continuous improvement, financial strength, and hard work. We are committed to providing best-in-class patient care, pioneering research and technology, and most importantly, rewarding and recognizing our employees!
As a Bilingual Certified Ophthalmic Assistant, you’ll be responsible for preparing the patient for the exam with the doctor. You’ll gather important medical information from the patient, perform preliminary tests, and gather measurements while providing highest quality of care and an exceptional patient experience.
Responsibilities Welcomes patients and visitors with a positive, warm dispositionKeeps doctors’ rooms filled to ensure clinic patient flowObtains patient histories through intake assessments, making note of findings in EHRPerforms visual acuity, auto-refraction, manual and automated lensometry, Goldmann and Tonopen tonometry tests and keratometry on patientsChecks pupils, extra-ocular muscles, confrontational fields and inserts eye drops for dilationRuns diagnostic tests such as Immersion A-scan, OCTs and Visual FieldsAdministers color vision, depth perception and Schirmer’s tear testing as neededAssists in minor office procedures (lasers, excisions, etc.)Educates patients on ophthalmic conditions and consent for procedures and surgeryMaintains exam rooms, including cleaning/sterilization as necessary Qualifications Education: High school diploma or equivalent.Some college preferred.Valid proof of certification as an ophthalmic assistant.Bilingual in Spanish (Required) Two to five years experience as a certified ophthalmic assistant.Working knowledge of all aspects regarding ophthalmic care.Knowledgeable of insurance and referralsPreferred knowledge of electronic health record Skills and Proficiencies: Demonstrated, advanced comprehension of the ophthalmic assistant skills as outlined by the Joint Commission on Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology (JCAHPO)Basic understanding of optics and the ability to perform refractometry.Strong communication and interpersonal skills.Empathetic personality with concern for patient needs.Strong organization with attention to detail.Ability to work as a team member.Demonstrated comprehension of the principles of optics, refraction, and contact lenses.Demonstrated ability to perform comprehensive work ups on three patients per hour.Demonstrated computer literacy. Benefits & PerksYour health, happiness and your future matters! At AVP, we offer everything medical and dental insurance, significant eye care discounts, child care assistance, pet insurance, continuing education funds, 401(k), paid holidays plus PTO, Sick Time, opportunity for growth, and much more!
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