Ophthalmic Assistant

This role is located at Retina Group of Washington, Reston, VA location, which is part of Prism Vision Group.
Compensation Range : $18-$34.68/hr (Dependent on Experience)
The Ophthalmic Assistant conducts measurements and tests that provide the Physician with the information needed to arrive at a diagnosis and to prescribe treatment. The incumbent is responsible for appropriate documentation in compliance with standards and provides excellent patient services.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Reviews patient charts to ensure completeness and accuracy of information.
• Takes an ocular and systemic history and accurately records visual acuity.
• Performs testing required by type of exam scheduled, patient complaint and history, including but not limited toOCT, automated visual fields, photography, pachymetry, biometry.
• Performs lensometry, automated refractometry, slit lamp exam including applanation tonometry and anterior ch...