Responsibilities: 

• Under direction of supervisor or physician receives and prepares patients for examination or treatment.
• May perform routine screening tests.
• Documents patient information in the patient medical record.
• Performs stocking, maintenance and other duties as assigned, including maintaining exam rooms, equipment and supplies.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education:

• High School Diploma.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.

Certifications:

• None required.

Complexity of Work:

• Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment, and the ability to work unsupervised or with minimal supervision.
• Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

Work Experience:

• Minimum of one year experience in an ophthalmic setting providing direct patient care.
• Additional formal education or training in ophthalmology may substitute for some or all of the stated experience.

Physical Requirements:

• Manual dexterity to operate office equipment and PC.
• Ability to lift and transport up to 25 pounds.
• May require extended periods of standing, walking or sitting.
• Visual acuity, including the ability to distinguish colors.

Personal Protective Equipment:

• Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.