Ophthalmic Assistant Certified
Rutland Regional Medical Center
- Rutland, VT
- Permanent
- Full-time
- High School graduate or equivalent.
- Coursework in Medical Terminology, Anatomy & Physiology/Biology or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Completion of an Ophthalmic Assistant program or other Health Science degree program preferred.
- Graduate of an Ophthalmic Assistant academic degree program.
- 1 year experience, preferably in a physician practice or outpatient clinic setting involving patient contact.
- 1 year of working under the direction of an Ophthalmologist in preparation of meeting the requirements for certification.
- BLS Certification through American Heart Association.
- Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) within 18 months of hire.
- Current Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) from the Joint Commission on Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology (JCAHPO).
- Willingness and ability to perform self-study and on-line training for completion of Ophthalmic Assistant program in pursuit of certification within 18 months of hire.
- Ability to report patient care observations, deviations from patient's plan of care and other pertinent information under the direct supervision of a provider or certified staff.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Demonstrated moderate knowledge of basic computer skills.
- Demonstrated strong knowledge of Medical Terminology.