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Job Location (Full Address):
160 Office Park Way, Pittsford, New York, United States of America, 14534
Opening:
Worker Subtype:
Regular
Time Type:
Time as Reported / Per Diem
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
As Scheduled
Department:
910133 Ophthalmology
Work Shift:
UR - Day (United States of America)
Range:
UR URCC 204 H
Compensation Range:
$19.72 - $26.62
The referenced pay range represents the minimum and maximum compensation for
this job. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates will be set within the job's
compensation range, and will be determined by considering factors including, but
not limited to, market data, education, experience, qualifications, expertise of
the individual, and internal equity considerations.
Responsibilities:
Performs complex technical assignments which are broadly outlined, require
theoretical insight and interpretation, and allow latitude for planning and
modifying methods and techniques. Exercises a high degree of skill, judgment,
and an understanding of the principles and methodology of a technical field.
Also provides basic diagnostic testing and imaging. When working with a
physician, spends most of the time working with patients and supporting
physicians.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
* Gathers necessary information for physician, initial patient screening work
up and assessment and performs certain diagnostic testing required to
properly care for the patient in accordance with any eye related problems and
the sub-specialty.
* Obtains, performs or checks for ocular history, vital signs, visual acuity,
neutralize glasses, automated refractions, pupillary exams, confrontational
fields, ocular motility, and intraocular pressure.
* Performs diagnostic testing, including basic color vision screening using
Ishihara or HRR plates, automated visual field testing, Humphrey Visual
Field, corneal topographies for corneal measurements associated with contact
lens fittings, corneal disease or surgical management on the orbscan. Uses a
pachymeter to measure corneal thickness. Possesses basic contact lens
knowledge and the ability to insert and remove contacts lenses or teach a
patient insertion and removal techniques and contact lens care. Performs
specialized visual acuity testing, including potential acuity meter (PAM),
laser interferometry (LI) and brightness acuity tester (BAT).
* Performs clinical-clerical office duties, including scheduling, request
forms, printing up results, ordering contact lenses, and related
administrative activities deemed necessary by the department. Stocks rooms
according to practice needs
* Other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
* High School diploma or equivalent and 1 year closely related clinical
experience or training in optometry, ophthalmology or related field required
* Or equivalent combination of education and experience
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
* Ocular anatomy and physiology, basic tonometry, ophthalmic equipment
maintenance and simple repairs preferred
* Understands ocular injuries and urgent care preferred
* Possesses basic ocular pharmacology knowledge of drops and medications used
for eye examinations preferred
* Identifies the purpose of these commonly used medications including proper
administration, dosage, durations, common side effects, and know hospital
policy about shelf life of these medications preferred
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS
* Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) upon hire preferred and
* Certification by the registry of the Joint Commission of Allied Health in
Personnel Ophthalmology, or other nationally recognized professional
certifying body upon hire preferred
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