Part-time Standardized Patients Job at NBEO, Charlotte, NC

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  • NBEO
  • Charlotte, NC

Job Description

About the Organization

The National Board of Examiners in Optometry (NBEO) is an independent, non-governmental, non-profit organization whose examinations are universally accepted for optometric licensure in the United States and internationally. Founded in 1951, NBEO’s mission is to protect the public by developing, administering, scoring, and reporting results of valid examinations that assess competence in optometry. NBEO has a full-time staff of 28 and utilizes over 100 optometrists as subject matter experts nationwide in support of its examination programs.

This role is a part-time, onsite position based in Charlotte, NC.

Pay

  • Starting at $17.00 per hour

Highlights:

  • Participate as a standardized patient in an optometric licensure examination, simulating a patient with symptoms or problems. Flexible work schedule, typically 12-24 hours per week, with a $500 retention bonus after 3 months of successful employment and paid parking uptown.

Reporting to the NCCTO Site Manager, Standardized Patients are responsible for maintaining a highly standardized testing environment for candidates in high-stakes licensure examinations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • Participate in the clinical skills exam performed by Optometry candidates
    • Anterior Segment procedures include:
      • Biomicroscopy - an evaluation of the eyelids, eyelashes, lacrimal drainage, conjunctiva, sclera, cornea, anterior chamber, iris, crystalline lens and includes upper lid eversion
      • Goldmann Applanation Tonometry - a measurement of the intraocular pressure
      • Gonioscopy - a procedure using a type of contact lens to assess the relative openness of the anterior chamber angle
    • Posterior Segment procedures include:
      • Binocular Indirect Ophthalmoscopy - an assessment of the peripheral retina
      • Dilated Biomicroscopy and Non-Contact Fundus Lens Evaluation - includes evaluation of the lens, vitreous, and retina including the optic nerve and macula
  • Portray real-life patients to simulate symptoms or problems
  • Serve as a proctor for the Injections Skill Exam, the Laser and Surgical Procedures Exam and Posterior Segment Skills of the Part III PEPS exam when requested
  • Properly complete a checklist before and after testing as part of standard operating procedures
  • Clean optometric equipment following specific protocols
  • Assess candidate performance based on scoring criteria set for this position
  • Maintain strict confidentiality of all secure exam materials and information and candidate information
  • Report any testing abnormalities or candidate issues promptly
  • Consistently adhere to training and standardization requirements

Qualifications:

High School Diploma or GED

Additional General Skills Required: Demonstrate reliability and punctuality; pay great attention to detail; exhibit excellent communication and listening skills; provide appropriate feedback regarding a candidate’s performance; follow protocols for video and audio recording of exam performances; contribute as a team player based on organizational needs.

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Full time, Part time, Flexible hours,

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