**This position rotates between NOVA centers-Falls Church, Springfield, Tyson's Corner.**
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 Functions:
- 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 patient's description of symptoms and personal inspection of eye.
- Uses specialized equipment to test patient's vision and condition.
- Provides test results to provider and brings attention to abnormal conditions.
- Assists the 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 directed.
Qualifications:
Basic Qualifications:
- Three (3) years of experience as Ophthalmology Assistant II or equivalent position.
- High school diploma or equivalent or GED required.
- Formal course in Ophthalmology or military training required
- Certification as an Ophthalmology Technician by the Joint Commission on Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology required.
- CPR certification required.
External hires must pass a background check/drug screen.
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