Ophthalmic Assistant/Photographer - Ophthalmology - Full Time Job at Guthrie, Ithaca, NY

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  • Guthrie
  • Ithaca, NY

Job Description

Job Description

Position Summary:
The Ophthalmic Photographer/Ophthalmic Assistant is responsible for performing advanced Ophthalmic photography and diagnostic (ancillary) studies. Position requires a thorough understanding of ocular pathology and proficiency in the use and maintenance of ophthalmic diagnostic equipment. Must maintain skills, knowledge and proficiency with new technology and diagnostic studies as they become available. Must understand ophthalmology day to day operations and assist physicians as needed. The Ophthalmic Photographer/Diagnostic Technician will continually demonstrate Patient Centeredness, Teamwork, and Excellence in the daily performance of their duties. This position requires the ability to be self‐motivated, flexible, punctual, detail oriented, have good time management skills and have excellent communication skills.
Education, License & Cert:
Completion of Ophthalmic Scribe Certification (OSC) is required within the first 3 weeks and completion of American Academy of Ophthalmology Home Study Course in Ophthalmic Assisting is required within the first 6 months of employment for those candidates without certification.
CPR Certification preferred
Experience:
Certification as Ophthalmic Photographer or Ophthalmic assistants or technicians preferred or candidates with clinical experience will be considered. Candidates must be proficient at using computers and Windows based operating system; must be a self starter with ability to learn new skills.
Essential Functions:
1. Perform, document and report data on ophthalmic diagnostic studies.
2. Perform basic maintenance, upgrades and data back up of procedures on diagnostic equipment and software as per department protocol.
3. Reviews and monitors Diagnostic schedules for efficiency, orders and errors. Coordinates with PSS and clinical teams; making schedule adjustments according to departmental protocol and provider preferences.
4. Provides patient education, explains diagnostic testing and assists patient with completion of study as directed by provider.
5. Remains current with documentation and reimbursement guidelines, and acceptable ophthalmology abbreviations and terminology.
6. Performs liaison duties between patients, providers, and ophthalmology staff.
7. Maintain inventory of supplies, pharmaceutical products and cleans Diagnostic testing area per department protocol. Checks expiration of medications and supplies in accordance with established guidelines and policies.
8. Responsible for cleaning and sterilization of office instruments, performing basic maintenance, quality control, cleaning, disinfection and maintaining inventory of ophthalmic exam room and ancillary equipment according to organization and departmental protocols.
9. Attends required staff and educational meetings as requested.
Other Duties:
1. Provides orientation and training of new employees and recognizes and utilizes opportunities to teach other staff members.
2. May travel to regional offices as needed.
3. Cover as needed throughout the department as ophthalmic assistant 4. Answer phones, scheduling appointments, assist with bump lists.
Rev: 4-9-2025

The pay range for this position is $18.55 - $29.40/hr

Job Tags

Full time, Work at office, Flexible hours,

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