Ophthalmic Assistant I at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center in Lubbock, Texas

Job Description:

Extended Job Title

Ophthalmic Assistant I

Org Level 1

Texas Tech Univ Health Sciences Ctr

Org Level 7

512601 - Ophthalmology Dept Lbk Genl

Position Description

Employees in this classification provide support to the Ophthalmology Specialty Clinics. Responsibilities include preparing patients for examinations, assisting the ophthalmologists during the examinations, and assuring a steady and even flow of patients through the clinic. Work is performed under direct supervision.

Requisition ID

39344BR

Optional Attachments

Recommendation/Referral, Other Documents Supporting Qualifications

Travel Required

Up to 25%

Pay Grade Maximum

Salary commensurate with education, experience and/or skills.

Major/Essential Functions

• Screen Patients: Interview patients and document ocular and medical histories, demographic data. 


• Perform a variety of routine tests using ophthalmic instruments that provide diagnostic information including, but not limited to, visual acuity, intraocular pressures, basic motility and visual fields.


• Assist the physician during diagnostic and minor surgical procedures, including instrumentation, sterile preparations and documentation. 


• Administer topical medications or diagnostic drugs as required by the provider for testing or treatment.


• Prepare and position patient for diagnostic tests and procedures. 


• Assist the physician with patient education pertaining to the treatment prescribed.


• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information. 


• Ability to multi-task and work in a high volume fast paced clinic.


• Maintain a customer service-oriented attitude and disposition at all times.


• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.


• Intermediate computer skills.


• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills including the ability to manage interactions with
  difficult people.

Grant Funded?

No

Pay Grade Minimum

Salary commensurate with education, experience and/or skills.

Pay Basis

Hourly

Schedule Details

Monday-Friday 8:00-5:00

Work Location

Lubbock

Preferred Qualifications

• One year experience working in an ophthalmic or optometry setting.


• Knowledge of ocular diseases and systemic diseases affecting the eye. 


• Knowledge of basic eye care and hygienic methods and practices involving the treatment of the eye. 


• Knowledge of medical terminology.

Campus

HSC - Lubbock

Department

Ophthalmology Dept Lbk Genl

Required Attachments

Resume / CV

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 website.

Job Group

Skilled Technicians

Occasional Duties

• Prepare and clean procedure exam rooms, inventory equipment and supplies as well as replenishing supplies and equipment. 


• Perform other duties as assigned. 

Shift

Day

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.
 

Required Qualifications


Education: A minimum of a High School diploma or equivalent.

Experience: 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

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