Assistant, Ophthalmology II Springfield, VA Springfield MOB II Job at Kaiser Permanente, Springfield, VA

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  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Springfield, VA

Job Description

Job Summary: Performs initial work-up and specialized examinations of the eye as directed by ophthalmologist. Assists ophthalmologist with clinical examination and surgical procedures as directed. Essential Responsibilities: Interviews each patient to obtain information about symptoms and documents information provided by patient in medical record. Follows established protocol to determine the appropriate tests to perform based on patients description of symptoms and personal inspection of eye. Uses specialized equipment to test patients vision and condition. Provides test results to provider and brings attention to abnormal conditions. Assists the general and specialty ophthalmologist in the clinical examination of the eye and in surgical procedures as directed. Applies eye dressings and protective shields as directed. Documents examination results and treatments in patient file. Cleans and maintains specialized equipment and work areas. Attends patients requiring emergency care and alerts ophthalmologist to their condition. Performs other related duties as requested. Must be able to pass practical evaluation to show evidence of skills Must be able to adjust schedule based on urgent needs Must be able to travel between NOVA Ophthalmology Clinic based on business needs Basic Qualifications: Experience Minimum two (2) years of experience working in an Ophthalmology practice as an Ophthalmic Assistant required. Education High School Diploma or General Education Development (GED) required. Formal course in ophthalmology or military training. License, Certification, Registration Ophthalmic Assistant Certificate Basic Life Support Additional Requirements: Proficiency in the use of applicable computer software required. Successfully demonstrated proficiency on initial skills assessment during the interview process required. Preferred Qualifications: Ability to perform IV Fluoroscein Angiography preferred. Formal shadowing program or actual experience in a program for IV insertion for non-nurses preferred. Retina experience preferred COMPANY: KAISER TITLE: Assistant, Ophthalmology II Springfield, VA Springfield MOB II LOCATION: Springfield, Virginia REQNUMBER: 1268242 External hires must pass a background check/drug screen. Qualified applicants with arrest and/or conviction records will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with Federal, state and local laws, including but not limited to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran, or disability status.

Kaiser Permanente

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