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**Job Description/Summary:** The Certified Ophthalmic Assistant works with the Pediatric Ophthalmologist in providing eye care to pediatric patients in accordance with professional standards. Clinical duties include documentation of chief complaint and/or reason of appointment, medical and ocular histories of the patient and the immediate family, administration of eye medications under the direction of the Ophthalmologist, demonstration of intermediate skills in Ophthalmic testing and highly specified eye exams. These include all modalities of monocular and binocular vision testing. Diagnostic to include the following: Tonometry, Auto-Refractometry, Auto and Manual Keratometry, Auto and Manual Lensometry, recognizing prism prescription, recognition of Pupil and Extraocular Muscle abnormalities, recognition of Afferent Pupillary Defect (APD), assessment of Narrow Angles by slit lamp and transillumination, A-scan biometry, confrontation and intermediate automated visual field testing with recognition of abnormality, Fundas and external ocular photography, Pachymetry, Potential Acuity Meter testing (PAM), Schirmer’s Tear Function testing, Amsler Grid testing. The Certified Ophthalmic Assistant also maintains cleanliness and orderliness of the exam rooms, and supplies, cleans and performs minor instrument maintenance. **Position Requirements:** **Minimum Education:** High school diploma, GED or equivalent, plus completion of a two-year Ophthalmic training course required. **Education Notes:** Commensurate experience working in an Ophthalmology office may be considered in lieu of two year training course. **Minimum Experience:** 2 years of experience working with an Ophthalmologist, preferably in a pediatric eye care environment. Prior experience using an Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system, preferably EPIC/APEX **Certification Required:** Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) or Certified Ophthalmic Technician (COT) by the Joint Commission of Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology (JCAHPO). Current BLS certification **Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:** Possesses accurate knowledge of eye care and the appropriate use by age group. Must have knowledge of ocular anatomy, common ophthalmic eye diseases and symptoms, procedures, and instrumentation. Medical terminology. Bi-lingual in Spanish/English strongly preferred. Ability to document accurate personal and family ocular and medical history **Technical Knowledge:** Maintains equipment properly. Proficient in performing diagnostic tests within the scope of practice as directed by the Ophthalmologist. Knowledge of contact lens: types, solutions, patient training, etc. Prior experience with Electronic Medical Records preferred. **Physical Requirements:** Sit: Up to 8 hours/day Stand/Walk: 3-6 hours Bend/Stoop: Up to 3 hours Reach: Up to 3 hours Rep Use of UE/Grasp: Up to 8 hrs Lift/Push/Pull: 40 lbs Physically able to perform CPR and comply with all infection control standards and policies. This job requires the ability to hear alarms clients and/or instruction. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential function of this position.