Ophthalmic Assistant

This job is located at Silver Spring Eye Center which is part of PRISM Vision Group.

Compensation Range: $18-$34.68/hr (DOE)

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.

• 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 to
OCT, automated visual fields, photography, pachymetry, biometry.
• Performs lensometry, automated refractometry, slit lamp exam including applanation tonometry and anterior
chamber angle assessment, basic muscle balance testing, assesses pupils, confrontation...