Healthcare and Fitness Certified Ophthalmic Assistant 810 Hours Beginner English Overview Syllabus Objectives Requirement Certification Features This Medical Office Administrative and Ophthalmic Assistant program, offered by our accredited school partners, teaches learners both about allied health careers in both an Ophthalmology and General Medical office settings. After completing the program learners can expect to work primarily in doctor’s offices, clinics, outpatient settings, hospitals, and other healthcare settings. This program covers information on the medical assisting profession, interpersonal skills, medical ethics and law, medical terminology, telephone techniques, scheduling appointments, medical records management and management of practice finances. The second track of the program covers job duties and ophthalmic procedures you would perform. Students will be learning principles of paramedical training, the use of ophthalmic technology and equipment, and efficient office management skills. The course also covers anatomy, physiology, optics, microbiology and pharmacology of the eye. Those who complete the Ophthalmic Assistant course will be well qualified to perform ophthalmic procedures under direction of a physician, such as administering tests and treatments, collecting data, and supervising patients. The growth and the complexity of the U.S. healthcare system have resulted in a substantial increase in the need for qualified medical office administrative assistants. Employment of a medical assistant is expected to grow an impressive 34% by 2018. A great course for physicians and ophthalmic medical office professionals! Course outline: Medical Administrative Assistant Training Lesson 1: Becoming a Successful Student Lesson 2: The History of Medicine and Healthcare Lesson 3: Medical Assisting Today Lesson 4: The Medical Assisting Career: Roles and Responsibilities Lesson 5: Medical Law and Ethics Lesson 6: Interpersonal Communication Lesson 7: Written Communication Lesson 8: Telephone Procedures Lesson 9: Front Desk Reception Lesson 10: Patient Scheduling Lesson 11: Medical Records Management Lesson 12: Electronic Medical Records Lesson 13: Computers in the Medical Office Lesson 14: Equipment, Maintenance, and Supply Inventory Lesson 15: Office Policies and Procedures Lesson 16: Handling Emergencies in the Medical Office Lesson 17: Insurance Billing and Authorizations Lesson 18: Basics of Diagnostic Coding Lesson 19: Basics of Procedural Coding Lesson 20: Billing, Collections, and Credit Lesson 21: Payroll, Accounts Payable, and Banking Procedures Lesson 22: Managing the Medical Office Lesson 23: Competing in the Job Market Ophthalmic Assistant Module 1 Basic Sciences • Anatomy of the Eye • Visual Pathway • Ocular Muscles • Physiology of the Eye • Alignment of the Eyes • Intraocular Pressure • Color Vision • Physical Optics • Geometric Optics • Spherical and Chromatic Aberrations • Pharmacology • Prescription Writing Ophthalmic Assistant Module 2 Clinical Practice • Microbiology • Bacteria and Viruses • Office Efficiency and Public Relations • Dealing with Patients • Scheduling Appointments • History of Present Illness • Family History • Preliminary Examination • Measurement of Glasses • Ophthalmoscopy Ophthalmic Assistant Module 3 Visual Function, Equipment, and Spectacles • Aspects of Vision Loss • Aspects of Visual Functions • Ophthalmic Equipment • Assessing Corneas • Determining Tear Flow • Refractive Errors • Refractometry • History of Spectacles • The Frame • Single Lenses and Monocles Ophthalmic Assistant Module 4 Rigid and Soft Contact Lenses • History of Glasses • Types of Lenses • Care of Glasses • Rigid Contact Lens • Optics, Terminology, and Designs • History of Hydrophilic Lenses • Inventory vs. Diagnostic Lenses • Abnormal Symptoms and Signs • Role of Corneal Topography Ophthalmic Assistant Module 5 Visual Fields • Dry Eyes • The Tear Film • Role of Blinking • Tear Physiology • Managing a Contact Lens Practice • Staff Development • Patient Management • Perimeters • Normal Visual Field • Automated Visual Field Testing • Differences Between Manual and Automated Perimeters Ophthalmic Assistant Module 6 Clinical Eye Problems • Ocular Injuries • Contusions • Penetrations • Lacerations • Ocular Emergencies • Temporal Arteritis • Common Eye Disorders • Cornea, Eyelids, Conjunctiva • Common Retinal Disorders • Foreign Body in the Eye Ophthalmic Assistant Module 7 Common Eye Problems • Congenital Glaucoma • Primary and Secondary Glaucoma • Classification of Uveitis • Treatment of Uveitis • Examination of a Newborn and Child • Instillation of Eyedrops • Maintenance of Ophthalmic Equipment and Instruments • Applanation Tonometer • Noncontact Tonometer Ophthalmic Assistant Module 8 Surgical Techniques • Aseptic Technique • Minor Office Surgery • The Operative Patient • Eye Surgery • Highlights of Ocular Surgery • Surgical Correction of Presbyopia • Surgical Corrective Procedures Ophthalmic Assistant Module 9 Types of Surgery • Assisting the Surgeon • Care and Handling of Surgical Instruments • Lasers in Ophthalmology • Pumping and Spontaneous Emission • Safety in the Laser Clinic • Ambulatory Surgery • Preparation for Admission • Refractive Surgery Ophthalmic Assistant Module 10 Disorders and Ocular Imaging • Corneal Collagen Crosslinking in the Management of Ectatic Diseases • Technique of CXL • Clinical Outcomes of CXL • Wavefront Aberrations and Custom Ablation • Optical Coherence Tomography • Progression Analysis • Vitreomacular Traction • Computerized Corneal Topography • Clinical Uses • Keratoconus Ophthalmic Assistant Module 11 Imaging and Special Procedures • Specular Microscopy • Diagnostic Ultrasound • Ultrasound Biomicroscopy • Ocular Motility, Binocular Vision, and Strabismus • Treatment of Strabismus • Ophthalmic Photography • Digital Imaging • Goniography • Video Recording Ophthalmic Assistant Module 12 Visual Aids and Community Ocular Programs • Visual Aids for the Partially Sighted • Optical Aids • Types of Magnifying Devices • Blind Persons in the Modern World • Partial Sight and Blindness • Art and the Eye • Reading Problems in Children • Role of Brain and Eye Dominance Ophthalmic Assistant Module 13 Eye Care Deliveries • Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation • Computers in Ophthalmic Practice • Computer Components • Computer Tasks • Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology • The Certification Process of Ophthalmic Medical Personnel • Ophthalmology Ethics Ophthalmic Assistant Module 14 Role of Assistants in Eye Care • Ophthalmic Allied Health Personnel • Defining Scope of Practice • Privacy Practices • Testing and Certification of Ophthalmic Skills • The Development of Ophthalmic Assistants in North America • Ophthalmic Assisting in the International Community • Common Eye Diseases and Disorders Enroll through one of our accredited university or college partners today! This program includes all necessary material. The following textbooks will be provided to each student upon registration: • The Ophthalmic Assistant: A Text for Allied and Associated Ophthalmic Personnel by Harold Stein, Raymond Stein, & Melvin Freeman • Administrative Medical Assisting: Foundations and Practices • Student Workbook for Administrative Medical Assisting: Foundations and Practices • Ophthalmic Medical Assisting Independent Study Course – AAO (Text & Exam) • Student Study Notes for Medical Terminology: Get Connected! Medical Office Assistant Module 1 Professional and Career Responsibilities • Customer Service • Employment Opportunities • Job Responsibilities • Understanding Emotional Work-Related Problems • Professionalism • Licensure • Certification • Health Care Reform • History of Health Care • Changes in Health Care • Today’s Health Care Delivery System • Medical Practice Setting • Physician Specialist Medical Office Assistant Module 2 Ethics and Communications • Medical Ethics • Medical Etiquette • HIPAA 1996 • Confidentiality • Medical Professional Liability • Criminal and Civil Law • Litigation Prevention • Essential Communication • Methods of Communication • Professional Communication Medical Office Assistant Module 3 Reception and Telephone Procedures • Office Receptionist • Opening the Medical Office • Processing Patients • Office Safety and Emergency Preparedness • Closing the Medical Office • Telephone Communication • Telephone Equipment & Services • Telephone Policies & Procedures • Telephone Reference Aids Medical Office Assistant Module 4 Appointments and Filing Procedures • Scheduling Appointments • Scheduling Tips & Types of Appointments • Appointment Reminder Systems • Appointment Reference Sheet • Commercial Filing Systems • Electronic Filing Systems • Paper-Based Filing System • Filing Equipment, Supplies, & Their Uses • Charge-Out & Control Systems • Filing Documents in Patient Records • Record Retention & Storage • Destroying Documents Medical Office Assistant Module 5 Medical, Drug, and Prescription Records • Patients’ Medical Records • Medical Record Systems • Recordkeeping • Documentation Guidelines • Correcting a Medical Record • Audit of Medical Records • History of Drug Laws • Drug Names & References • Understanding Prescriptions • Control & Storage of Drugs Medical Office Assistant Module 6 Written Communication • Letter Standards, Styles & Components • Composing Letters • Corrections in Business Correspondence • Envelope Enclosures • Medical Transcription • Processing Mail • Electronic Correspondence • Supplies & Equipment • Handling Incoming & Outgoing Mail • Managing Office Mail • Electronic Mail Medical Office Assistant Module 7 Banking • Revenue Cycle • Fee Schedules • Patient Billing • Receiving Insurance Payment • History of Credit • Credit & Collection Laws • Checks & Bank Deposits • Checkbook Management • Bank Statements Medical Office Assistant Module 8 Bookkeeping and Coding • Patient Accounts • Daysheet • Accounts Receivable Control • Cash Funds • Procedure Coding • Coding Terminology • Diagnostic Coding Using ICD-10-CM • ICD-10-CM Codebook • Chapter-Specific Coding Guidelines Medical Office Assistant Module 9 Health Insurance Systems and Office Responsibilities • Third-Party Payers • Insurance Plans & Programs • Handling Insurance Claims • Claims Submission & Time Limits • Office Guidebooks • Employer Responsibilities • Facility Oversight • Office Supplies • Business Travel Medical Office Assistant Module 10 Financial Management • Managing the Office • Medical Practices • Computerized Financial Management • Analyzing Practice Productivity • Accounts Payable • Payroll • Seeking a Position as an Administrative Medical Assistant Ophthalmic Assistant Module 1 Basic Sciences • Anatomy of the Eye • Visual Pathway • Ocular Muscles • Physiology of the Eye • Alignment of the Eyes • Intraocular Pressure • Color Vision • Physical Optics • Geometric Optics • Spherical and Chromatic Aberrations • Pharmacology • Prescription Writing Ophthalmic Assistant Module 2 Clinical Practice • Microbiology • Bacteria and Viruses • Office Efficiency and Public Relations • Dealing with Patients • Scheduling Appointments • History of Present Illness • Family History • Preliminary Examination • Measurement of Glasses • Ophthalmoscopy Ophthalmic Assistant Module 3 Visual Function, Equipment, and Spectacles • Aspects of Vision Loss • Aspects of Visual Functions • Ophthalmic Equipment • Assessing Corneas • Determining Tear Flow • Refractive Errors • Refractometry • History of Spectacles • The Frame • Single Lenses and Monocles Ophthalmic Assistant Module 4 Rigid and Soft Contact Lenses • History of Glasses • Types of Lenses • Care of Glasses • Rigid Contact Lens • Optics, Terminology, and Designs • History of Hydrophilic Lenses • Inventory vs. Diagnostic Lenses • Abnormal Symptoms and Signs • Role of Corneal Topography Ophthalmic Assistant Module 5 Visual Fields • Dry Eyes • The Tear Film • Role of Blinking • Tear Physiology • Managing a Contact Lens Practice • Staff Development • Patient Management • Perimeters • Normal Visual Field • Automated Visual Field Testing • Differences Between Manual and Automated Perimeters Ophthalmic Assistant Module 6 Clinical Eye Problems • Ocular Injuries • Contusions • Penetrations • Lacerations • Ocular Emergencies • Temporal Arteritis • Common Eye Disorders • Cornea, Eyelids, Conjunctiva • Common Retinal Disorders • Foreign Body in the Eye Ophthalmic Assistant Module 7 Common Eye Problems • Congenital Glaucoma • Primary and Secondary Glaucoma • Classification of Uveitis • Treatment of Uveitis • Examination of a Newborn and Child • Instillation of Eyedrops • Maintenance of Ophthalmic Equipment and Instruments • Applanation Tonometer • Noncontact Tonometer Ophthalmic Assistant Module 8 Surgical Techniques • Aseptic Technique • Minor Office Surgery • The Operative Patient • Eye Surgery • Highlights of Ocular Surgery • Surgical Correction of Presbyopia • Surgical Corrective Procedures Ophthalmic Assistant Module 9 Types of Surgery • Assisting the Surgeon • Care and Handling of Surgical Instruments • Lasers in Ophthalmology • Pumping and Spontaneous Emission • Safety in the Laser Clinic • Ambulatory Surgery • Preparation for Admission • Refractive Surgery Ophthalmic Assistant Module 10 Disorders and Ocular Imaging • Corneal Collagen Crosslinking in the Management of Ectatic Diseases • Technique of CXL • Clinical Outcomes of CXL • Wavefront Aberrations and Custom Ablation • Optical Coherence Tomography • Progression Analysis • Vitreomacular Traction • Computerized Corneal Topography • Clinical Uses • Keratoconus Ophthalmic Assistant Module 11 Imaging and Special Procedures • Specular Microscopy • Diagnostic Ultrasound • Ultrasound Biomicroscopy • Ocular Motility, Binocular Vision, and Strabismus • Treatment of Strabismus • Ophthalmic Photography • Digital Imaging • Goniography • Video Recording Ophthalmic Assistant Module 12 Visual Aids and Community Ocular Programs • Visual Aids for the Partially Sighted • Optical Aids • Types of Magnifying Devices • Blind Persons in the Modern World • Partial Sight and Blindness • Art and the Eye • Reading Problems in Children • Role of Brain and Eye Dominance Ophthalmic Assistant Module 13 Eye Care Deliveries • Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation • Computers in Ophthalmic Practice • Computer Components • Computer Tasks • Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology • The Certification Process of Ophthalmic Medical Personnel • Ophthalmology Ethics Ophthalmic Assistant Module 14 Role of Assistants in Eye Care • Ophthalmic Allied Health Personnel • Defining Scope of Practice • Privacy Practices • Testing and Certification of Ophthalmic Skills • The Development of Ophthalmic Assistants in North America • Ophthalmic Assisting in the International Community • Common Eye Diseases and Disorders Upon successful completion of our Ophthalmic Assistant course, students will be prepared for an entry-level position as an Ophthalmic Assistant and will be prepared to become a Certified Ophthalmic Assistant Certification (COA-A3). To qualify for the COA-A3 Certification Exam students must complete the included Ophthalmic Medical Assisting Independent Study Course – AAO (Text & Exam) and pass the included exam with an 80% or higher score. Students that do not pass the exam will be given a second attempt for free. Once passed, students will receive a letter of successful completion that must be submitted to JCAHPO as proof of eligibility for the COA-A3. Upon successful completion of our Medical Administrative Assistant course, students will be prepared to sit for the NHA’s Certified Medical Administrative Assistant (CMAA) certification exam. As a Certified Medical Administrative Assistant (also called a Medical Office Secretary or Medical Office Assistant), you’ll keep healthcare offices running efficiently and effectively. This is a highly-rewarding profession – and not only monetarily. Medical assistants are often the first to greet and help patients, and can help set the stage for a patient’s experience. 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Certification Our career training not only gives you the knowledge you need but preparation for the certification exams relevant to your desired career path. If you are pursuing an exciting new career in a field with a national certification, our program will both prepare you to sit for the exam but will often include a voucher for the exam cost. Simulations and Case Studies Our training programs have been developed with real learners and professionals in mind, so our programs incorporate real-world case studies and virtual simulations that will provide examples and interactions with real-life situations you may encounter during your career. These allow you to learn by experience with circumstances similar to what will be your daily responsibilities on the job. Engaging and Interactive Our training curriculum was developed with you in mind, looking at modern day learners and their needs. Our curriculum contains a mix of formats including reading, listening, watching, and interacting that will immerse you into a fun and engaging learning experience you will not only enjoy but not want to end. Program Description Description Audience Learning Objectives Support Description Completion Time This Medical Office Administrative and Ophthalmic Assistant program, offered by our accredited school partners, teaches learners both about allied health careers in both an Ophthalmology and General Medical office settings. After completing the program learners can expect to work primarily in doctor’s offices, clinics, outpatient settings, hospitals, and other healthcare settings. This program covers information on the medical assisting profession, interpersonal skills, medical ethics and law, medical terminology, telephone techniques, scheduling appointments, medical records management and management of practice finances. The second track of the program covers job duties and ophthalmic procedures you would perform. Students will be learning principles of paramedical training, the use of ophthalmic technology and equipment, and efficient office management skills. The course also covers anatomy, physiology, optics, microbiology and pharmacology of the eye. Those who complete the Ophthalmic Assistant course will be well qualified to perform ophthalmic procedures under direction of a physician, such as administering tests and treatments, collecting data, and supervising patients. The growth and the complexity of the U.S. healthcare system have resulted in a substantial increase in the need for qualified medical office administrative assistants. Employment of a medical assistant is expected to grow an impressive 34% by 2018. A great course for physicians and ophthalmic medical office professionals! Course outline: Medical Administrative Assistant Training Lesson 1: Becoming a Successful Student Lesson 2: The History of Medicine and Healthcare Lesson 3: Medical Assisting Today Lesson 4: The Medical Assisting Career: Roles and Responsibilities Lesson 5: Medical Law and Ethics Lesson 6: Interpersonal Communication Lesson 7: Written Communication Lesson 8: Telephone Procedures Lesson 9: Front Desk Reception Lesson 10: Patient Scheduling Lesson 11: Medical Records Management Lesson 12: Electronic Medical Records Lesson 13: Computers in the Medical Office Lesson 14: Equipment, Maintenance, and Supply Inventory Lesson 15: Office Policies and Procedures Lesson 16: Handling Emergencies in the Medical Office Lesson 17: Insurance Billing and Authorizations Lesson 18: Basics of Diagnostic Coding Lesson 19: Basics of Procedural Coding Lesson 20: Billing, Collections, and Credit Lesson 21: Payroll, Accounts Payable, and Banking Procedures Lesson 22: Managing the Medical Office Lesson 23: Competing in the Job Market Ophthalmic Assistant Module 1 Basic Sciences • Anatomy of the Eye • Visual Pathway • Ocular Muscles • Physiology of the Eye • Alignment of the Eyes • Intraocular Pressure • Color Vision • Physical Optics • Geometric Optics • Spherical and Chromatic Aberrations • Pharmacology • Prescription Writing Ophthalmic Assistant Module 2 Clinical Practice • Microbiology • Bacteria and Viruses • Office Efficiency and Public Relations • Dealing with Patients • Scheduling Appointments • History of Present Illness • Family History • Preliminary Examination • Measurement of Glasses • Ophthalmoscopy Ophthalmic Assistant Module 3 Visual Function, Equipment, and Spectacles • Aspects of Vision Loss • Aspects of Visual Functions • Ophthalmic Equipment • Assessing Corneas • Determining Tear Flow • Refractive Errors • Refractometry • History of Spectacles • The Frame • Single Lenses and Monocles Ophthalmic Assistant Module 4 Rigid and Soft Contact Lenses • History of Glasses • Types of Lenses • Care of Glasses • Rigid Contact Lens • Optics, Terminology, and Designs • History of Hydrophilic Lenses • Inventory vs. Diagnostic Lenses • Abnormal Symptoms and Signs • Role of Corneal Topography Ophthalmic Assistant Module 5 Visual Fields • Dry Eyes • The Tear Film • Role of Blinking • Tear Physiology • Managing a Contact Lens Practice • Staff Development • Patient Management • Perimeters • Normal Visual Field • Automated Visual Field Testing • Differences Between Manual and Automated Perimeters Ophthalmic Assistant Module 6 Clinical Eye Problems • Ocular Injuries • Contusions • Penetrations • Lacerations • Ocular Emergencies • Temporal Arteritis • Common Eye Disorders • Cornea, Eyelids, Conjunctiva • Common Retinal Disorders • Foreign Body in the Eye Ophthalmic Assistant Module 7 Common Eye Problems • Congenital Glaucoma • Primary and Secondary Glaucoma • Classification of Uveitis • Treatment of Uveitis • Examination of a Newborn and Child • Instillation of Eyedrops • Maintenance of Ophthalmic Equipment and Instruments • Applanation Tonometer • Noncontact Tonometer Ophthalmic Assistant Module 8 Surgical Techniques • Aseptic Technique • Minor Office Surgery • The Operative Patient • Eye Surgery • Highlights of Ocular Surgery • Surgical Correction of Presbyopia • Surgical Corrective Procedures Ophthalmic Assistant Module 9 Types of Surgery • Assisting the Surgeon • Care and Handling of Surgical Instruments • Lasers in Ophthalmology • Pumping and Spontaneous Emission • Safety in the Laser Clinic • Ambulatory Surgery • Preparation for Admission • Refractive Surgery Ophthalmic Assistant Module 10 Disorders and Ocular Imaging • Corneal Collagen Crosslinking in the Management of Ectatic Diseases • Technique of CXL • Clinical Outcomes of CXL • Wavefront Aberrations and Custom Ablation • Optical Coherence Tomography • Progression Analysis • Vitreomacular Traction • Computerized Corneal Topography • Clinical Uses • Keratoconus Ophthalmic Assistant Module 11 Imaging and Special Procedures • Specular Microscopy • Diagnostic Ultrasound • Ultrasound Biomicroscopy • Ocular Motility, Binocular Vision, and Strabismus • Treatment of Strabismus • Ophthalmic Photography • Digital Imaging • Goniography • Video Recording Ophthalmic Assistant Module 12 Visual Aids and Community Ocular Programs • Visual Aids for the Partially Sighted • Optical Aids • Types of Magnifying Devices • Blind Persons in the Modern World • Partial Sight and Blindness • Art and the Eye • Reading Problems in Children • Role of Brain and Eye Dominance Ophthalmic Assistant Module 13 Eye Care Deliveries • Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation • Computers in Ophthalmic Practice • Computer Components • Computer Tasks • Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology • The Certification Process of Ophthalmic Medical Personnel • Ophthalmology Ethics Ophthalmic Assistant Module 14 Role of Assistants in Eye Care • Ophthalmic Allied Health Personnel • Defining Scope of Practice • Privacy Practices • Testing and Certification of Ophthalmic Skills • The Development of Ophthalmic Assistants in North America • Ophthalmic Assisting in the International Community • Common Eye Diseases and Disorders Enroll through one of our accredited university or college partners today! This program includes all necessary material. The following textbooks will be provided to each student upon registration: • The Ophthalmic Assistant: A Text for Allied and Associated Ophthalmic Personnel by Harold Stein, Raymond Stein, & Melvin Freeman • Administrative Medical Assisting: Foundations and Practices • Student Workbook for Administrative Medical Assisting: Foundations and Practices • Ophthalmic Medical Assisting Independent Study Course – AAO (Text & Exam) • Student Study Notes for Medical Terminology: Get Connected! FAQ How do I request more information about a course? To request more information, you can contact us via online chat, our website contact form, or toll free at 1-855-201-6910. What is the difference between online courses and classroom courses? Online courses are accessible 24/7/365 and self-paced, allowing you to progress at your own pace on your own schedule. They can be taken from anywhere in the world from the comfort of your own home. 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