Full-Time

Certified Ophthalmic Technician

Cot, Or Certified, Coa, Or Non-Certified Ophthalmic Assistant, Ncoa, Sign on Bonus, COT/COA External Applicants Only

Updated on 11/26/2024

Medical University of South Carolina

Medical University of South Carolina

Entry, Junior, Mid

Charleston, SC, USA

Sign on bonus available to COT/COA External Applicants Only.

Category
Nursing & Allied Health Professionals
Medical, Clinical & Veterinary
Requirements
  • High school diploma or equivalent and two years of specialized ophthalmic experience.
  • Completion of either a two year Certified Ophthalmic Technician, Certified Ophthalmic Assistant program or equivalent.
  • JCAHPO certification as a COT or COA required.
  • Current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or American Red Cross BLS for Healthcare Providers certification is required.
  • High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
  • Successful completion of MUHA departmental competencies required; or successful completion of an accredited Ophthalmic Clinical Assistant program.
  • Certification of COA, Certified Ophthalmic Assistant is required within 6-12 months of hire date.
Responsibilities
  • Performs advanced medical history, checks patient's visual acuity, dilates patient's eyes.
  • Performs basic slit-lamp exam, visual fields, color vision tests, lensometry, tonometry, keratometry, and refractometry.
  • Assists with office surgical procedures.
  • Maintains complete and accurate information in the patient's medical record.
  • Prepares and maintains exam rooms to ensure they are adequately stocked with supplies and that all equipment and instruments are in proper working order.
  • Prepare instruments for sterilization.
  • Screen patient phone calls and questions.
  • Follow Guest Relation Policy: Be polite, attentive and courteous to all patients at all times.
  • Perform other related duties incidental to the work.
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