Hospital Assistant II

$52,166 - $64,896/Yr

University of California - Sacramento, CA

Full-time - Entry Level

Sacramento, CA

Educational Services

About the position

The Hospital Assistant II position at UC Davis Health System involves providing patient work-up for comprehensive Ophthalmology and Optometry services across various locations. The role focuses on patient assessment, visual acuity testing, and assisting with pre-operative procedures, ensuring high-quality care in a collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct patient work-up and visual assessments for comprehensive Ophthalmology and Optometry services.
• Perform pre-operative procedures as required.
• Document patient medical and ophthalmic history accurately and legibly.
• Assess visual acuity using various methods and tools.
• Conduct visual fields testing and recognize potential defects.
• Perform stereopsis and color vision tests, documenting results accurately.
• Measure intraocular pressure and understand the implications of results.
• Conduct alignment and motility examinations, recognizing abnormalities.
• Administer topical ophthalmic drugs and understand ocular pharmacology.
• Train patients on the use of contact lenses and ensure proper techniques are followed.
• Capture corneal topography and assist with OCT scans.

Requirements

• Completion of the Ophthalmic Medical Assisting course within six months of hire.
• Some experience in a similar role or function is required.
• Experience in Ophthalmology is necessary.
• Knowledge and skills in medical and ophthalmic history taking.
• Ability to document medications and allergies accurately.
• Skills to assess visual acuity across all age groups.
• Knowledge of visual pathway and disease processes affecting visual fields.
• Ability to perform and document stereopsis and color vision tests accurately.
• Knowledge of tonometry principles and implications for optic nerve health.
• Ability to perform alignment and motility examinations accurately.
• Knowledge of lensometry and ability to read lens powers accurately.
• Knowledge of ocular pharmacology and ability to administer topical drugs.

Nice-to-haves

• COA (Certified Ophthalmic Assistant) certification within twelve months of hire.

Benefits

• High quality and low-cost medical plans for employees and their families.
• UC pays for Dental and Vision insurance premiums.
• Extensive leave benefits including Pregnancy and Parental Leave.
• Paid Holidays annually as per UC Davis Health Policies.
• Paid Time Off/Vacation/Sick Time as per UC Davis Health Policies.
• Continuing Education allowance and Education Reimbursement Program.
• Access to free professional development courses.
• WorkLife and Wellness programs and resources.
• On-site Employee Assistance Program for mental health services.
• Supplemental insurance options including life and disability insurance.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Qualified Employer status.
• Retirement benefit options including Pension and Retirement Saving Plans.