Ophthalmic Assistant I

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center
United States, Texas, Lubbock
3601 4th Street (Show on map)
Mar 28, 2025
Ophthalmic Assistant I Lubbock 40598BR Position Description Employees in this classification provide support to the Ophthalmology Specialty Clinics. Responsibilities include preparing patients for examinations, assisting the ophthalmologists during the examinations, and assuring a steady and even flow of patients through the clinic. Work is performed under direct supervision. Major/Essential Functions Screen Patients: document ocular, medical histories and demographic data. Perform various routine tests using ophthalmic instruments that provide diagnostic information including, but not limited to, visual acuity, intraocular pressures, basic motility and visual fields. Assist the physician during diagnostic and minor surgical procedures, including instrumentation, sterile preparations and documentation. Administer topical medications or diagnostic drugs the provider requires for testing or treatment. Prepare and position patients for diagnostic tests and procedures. Assist the physician with patient education on the treatment prescribed. Required Qualifications Education: A minimum of a High School diploma or equivalent. Experience: No work experience required. To apply, please visit: https://sjobs.brassring.com/TGnewUI/Search/home/HomeWithPreLoad?partnerid=25898&siteid=5283&PageType=JobDetails&jobid=887667 All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to sex, race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information. The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act is a federal statute requiring colleges and universities participating in federal financial aid programs to maintain and disclose campus crime statistics and security information. By October 1 of each year, institutions must publish and distribute their Annual Campus Security Policy & Crime Statistics Report (ASR) to current and prospective students and employees. You can locate this report through our website at: https://www.ttuhsc.edu/emergency/clery-report.aspx. jeid-159a5da9c07ddf469ca0b0fb5be05ec3