Certified Ophthalmic Assistant, Ophthalmology
Location: Dallas, TX
Location Type: On-site
Location Type: On-site
Job Number: 782516
Category: Allied Health
20238731
Responsibilities
Certified Ophthalmic Assistant – Ophthalmology Department
Why UT Southwestern
Join UT Southwestern on our mission to educate, discover and heal. With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. As a world-renowned medical and research center, we strive to provide the best possible care and resources for our patients. The Department of Ophthalmology is pleased to welcome a brand-new Chair of Ophthalmology, Dr. Harbour. As a nationally acclaimed department, we are focused on our mission to provide excellence in the clinical care of patients with diseases of the eyes, advance medical knowledge of the causes and treatments of such diseases and instruct and educate physicians in the practice of ophthalmology.
We invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern team where you’ll discover teamwork, professionalism, and consistent opportunities for growth.
Job Summary
The Department of Ophthalmology is hiring a Certified Ophthalmic Assistant to help with our commitment to enhance patient care and comfort. As a valued member of our ophthalmology team, the ophthalmic assistant is responsible for assisting with all patient-oriented optical procedures, preparing patients for eye examinations, measure patients’ glasses, and maintaining ophthalmic instruments. As an assistant, the Department of Ophthalmology is dedicated to your growth and will help you to advance your career in ophthalmology.
We invite you to join our Ophthalmology Department as a Certified Ophthalmic Assistant and help us deliver the future of medicine, today!
Job Duties
- Assist ophthalmologists in treatment and care of patients.
- Open, stock, clean, and close patient rooms.
- Obtain basic medical history and ocular complaints from patients.
- Measure patients’ glasses.
- Write and call-in prescriptions to pharmacies as directed by ophthalmologists.
- Test ocular functions, including visual acuity, muscle balance, and intra-ocular tension.
- Administer eye and oral medications as directed by ophthalmologists.
- Change eye dressings and instruct patients and/or caregivers in home care.
- Maintain ophthalmic instruments by sterilizing surgical instruments and cleaning exposed lenses, mirrors, and prisms and replacing burned out bulbs and batteries.
- May provide guidance to entry-level Ophthalmic Assistants. Duties performed may include one or more of the following core functions: a) Directly interacting with or caring for patients; b) Directly interacting with or caring for human-subjects research participants; c) Regularly maintaining, modifying, releasing or similarly affecting patient records (including patient financial records); or d) Regularly maintaining, modifying, releasing or similarly affecting human-subjects research records.
Experience and Education
- High school graduation or equivalent
- One (1) year of work experience in Ophthalmology (clinical program practicum experience preferred)
- Must complete the home study course for Joint Commission of Allied Health personnel in Ophthalmology
- Certified as COA by JCAHPO
- One (1) year of college preferred
Compliance with the COVID-19 vaccine mandate enforced by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid (CMS) is a requirement for this position. Federal law requires individuals holding this position to be fully vaccinated or have an approved exemption for certain medical, disability, or religious reasons. Individuals who do not meet CMS vaccination requirements are not eligible and should not apply for this position but are encouraged to apply for other non-healthcare positions at UT Southwestern for which they qualify.
For COVID-19 vaccine information, applicants should visit https://www.utsouthwestern.edu/covid-19/work-on-campus/
To learn more about the benefits UT Southwestern offers, visit https://www.utsouthwestern.edu/employees/hr-resources/
This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information.
UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. In accordance with federal and state law, the University prohibits unlawful discrimination, including harassment, on the basis of: race; color; religion; national origin; sex; including sexual harassment; age; disability; genetic information; citizenship status; and protected veteran status. In addition, it is UT Southwestern policy to prohibit discrimination on the basis of sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression.
Benefits
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Health Benefits
- PPO and ACO Options
- 100% Coverage for Preventative Health − No Co-Pay
- Tobacco-Free Incentives
- Generous Prescription Drug Plan
- 3 Options for Dental Coverage
- 2 Options for Vision Coverage
- Abundance of Wellness and Employee Assistance Programs
Retirement Plan
(Eligibility varies by employment status)
- The Teacher Retirement System of Texas is a defined benefit plan with 5-year vesting
- Optional Tax-Sheltered Annuity
- Optional Deferred Compensation Plan
PTO Benefits
- 13 Paid Holidays, Eligible Day 1
- 8 Hours/Month Accrued Vacation
- 8 Hours/Month Accrued Sick Leave
Other Benefits
- On-Site Day Care
- Employee Discount Program
- Tuition Reimbursement Program
- Long-Term Disability Coverage
- Short-Term Disability Coverage
- Voluntary Group Life Coverage
- Accidental Death & Dismemberment Coverage
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Working with our transplant patients, you’ll have remarkable opportunities to deliver care before, during, and after transplant – along with ongoing opportunities to study or participate in clinical trials exploring advances in respiratory care.
At the same time, you’ll enjoy a supportive, family atmosphere where your contributions will be respected and recognized. You’ll also have consistent opportunities for learning and advancement into leadership roles, and – of course – you’ll participate in UT Southwestern’s incredible benefits package.
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You’ll be engaged in truly supportive, collaborative relationships with our outstanding physicians and nurses. And you’ll enjoy generous benefits to help you build a full life outside of work. But in the end, it comes down to the diversity and acuity levels of the patients you encounter. People come to UT Southwestern because we’re continually pushing the boundaries of what’s possible – and delivering patient outcomes that can be found at only a few other places. Are you ready for this kind of career journey?
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As a result, PTs and OTs like yourself can enjoy a rewarding career experience that parallels the extraordinary standards of care we provide. Our continued evolution as an academic medical center translates into more ongoing training and professional development opportunities for you. That might include onsite continuing education or participation in our Doctor of Physical Therapy Program. Pair this with an exceptional UT Southwestern benefits package and you’ll find that you can enjoy a fulfilling career as well as a robust and engaging lifestyle.
Employee Testimonials
Norma Anderson
Norma Anderson
Lab Manager
Lab Manager
What do I love about UT Southwestern? The people. Plain and simple.
Lisa Kimberlin
Lisa Kimberlin
Respiratory Therapist
Respiratory Therapist
I love the fact that we give people their lives with transplant.
Jolon Wormley
Jolon Wormley
Administrative Coordinator
Administrative Coordinator
I love knowing that everyday I am completing work that contributes to the mission of UT Southwestern to educate, discover, and heal.
