Certified Ophthalmic Assistant Jobs

Scheduled Hours

40

Position Summary

Provides advanced administrative and technical support to an ophthalmologist in a clinical setting. Gathers important medical information and performs visual screening prior to Ophthalmologist’s visit with patient.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Inserts and removes patient contact lenses when necessary; also provides contact lens instruction to patients.
• Assists physicians with minor surgical procedures.
• Performs kinetic and static visual fields test (Goldman & Humphrey).
• Assists with the clinical work up of patients including a detailed patient history.
• Performs all duties of the ophthalmic assistant in addition to the duties listed below.
• Performs A-Scan ultrasound testing.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Performs gross refractions, keratometry, tonography and tonometry.
• Helps patients understand general office evaluation and physician instructions.
• Performs BAT (Brightness acutity test) glare testing and PAM (Potential acutity meter) testing.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to express a caring attitude while performing tasks required with accuracy and efficiency.
• Ability to maintain patient information in a strict confidential manner.
• Extensive knowledge of the anatomy and physiology of the eye, medical terminology and abbreviations.
• Excellent communication and patient care skills.

Required Qualifications

• Completion of the AAO Home study course with one year supervised ophthalmologic office experience.
• High school diploma or equivalent high school certification.
• Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA).
• Basic Life Support certification (Online BLS certifications, those without a skills assessment component, are not sufficient to meet the BLS requirements).

Grade

C07-H

Salary Range

$18.84 - $28.29 / Hourly

The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.

Accommodation

If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please email [email protected] or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at 314-935-1149 and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request.

Pre-Employment Screening

All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.

Benefits Statement

Personal

• Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.
• Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.
• WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.
• Want to Live Near Your Work and/or improve your commute? Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees. We also offer a forgivable home loan of up to $12,500 for closing costs and a down payment for homes in eligible neighborhoods.

Wellness

• Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!

Family

• WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.
• We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We’ve got you covered.

For policies, detailed benefits, and eligibility, please visit: https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/

EEO/AA Statement

Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity and especially encourages applications by those from underrepresented groups. It is the University’s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

Diversity Statement

Washington University is dedicated to building a diverse community of individuals who are committed to contributing to an inclusive environment – fostering respect for all and welcoming individuals from diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. Individuals with a commitment to these values are encouraged to apply.