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Job Field: Legal Jobs
Location: Los Angeles, CA
Salary: $Not stated

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<tr><td valign="top" width="450"><b>Keck School of Medicine of USC, Doheny Eye Centers, Los Angeles is seeking an Ophthalmic Service Specialist II to join it''s team. The Ophthalmic Service Specialist II provides primary ophthalmic diagnostic services and assists an ophthalmologist in evaluating and treating patients. Analyzes patient''s condition and prepares diagnostic findings for the ophthalmologist. Counsels and instructs patients in the diagnosis, therapy and prognosis. Serves as the central point for coordinating patient care and patient flow within a specific ophthalmology service. Coordinates activities of ophthalmic and support staff rotating through the service.Job Accountabilities:* Obtains and analyzes patient history. Determines and conducts diagnostic tests to evaluate patient''s condition. Assists in designing treatment programs in accordance with patient''s condition and consultation with ophthalmologist. Conducts patient follow up examinations. Instructs patients in testing and exercise procedures. Administers drops under the supervision of the ophthalmologist.* Reviews patient''s referral medical information. Conducts complete examinations. Provides medical evaluation and treatment plans to ophthalmologist. Selects and schedules diagnostic tests. Monitors treatment with follow up visits and tests. Documents diagnostic procedures for review by ophthalmologist. Instructs patients in the treatment and maintains a supply of educational material and therapy instructions.* Develops and implements service specific operational protocols that promote service efficiency and teamwork with other services.* Provides direct patient care on assigned service. Participates in patient care on other services when assigned service not in session, or as requested by the department administrator.* Serves in a liaison or triage capacity between the physician and patient to answer questions, coordinate care or provide patient education.* Assists in the orientation and supervision of technical staff, residents and fellows who rotate through the service.* Participates in and supports continuous improvement activities such as continuous improvement teams and educational sessions.* Assists the Clinical Specialist with design and implementation of educational programs that support professional growth and development of staff.* Participates in continuing medication education activities.* Ensures that patient preparation and paperwork is complete for pre op patients as required by surgery scheduling and admitting procedures.* Performs various administrative duties as assigned such as ordering of supplies and medication. Ensures rooms are stocked daily with medications and ophthalmic supplies.* Ensures confidentiality of all records and information related to patients, physicians, employees, the organization and in related interests.* Complies with all policies, procedures, regulatory and legal requirements as applicable.* Performs all tasks in a safe manner in compliance with safety policies and according to applicable regulations. Maintains a neat workstation and environment.* Knowledge of OCT, Visual field and other Ophthalmic equipment. (Administer diagnostic testing).Performs other related duties as assigned or requested. The University reserves the right to add or change duties at any time.The University of Southern California values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity in employment.

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