Part-Time Standardized Patient

National Board of Examiners in Optometry

Part-Time
Closes on Monday, December 16, 2024

Job Description

Founded in 1951, the National Board of Examiners in Optometry is an independent, non-governmental, non-profit organization whose examinations are universally accepted for optometric licensure in the United States and internationally.

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

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following:

  • Participate in the Part III Patient Encounters and Performance Skills (“PEPS”) exam performed by Optometry candidates.
    • Participation includes being eligible to sit and sitting as a standardized patient for clinical skills procedures, including Anterior and Posterior Segment procedures.
      • 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 specific conditions based on a script.

This will require being comfortable with critical elements of an eye examination and candidate interactions

  • Serve as a proctor for the Injections Skill Exam (“ISE”), the Laser and Surgical Procedures Exam (“LSPE”) 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
  • Demonstrate reliability and punctuality
  • Pay great attention to detail before, during, and after testing administrations
  • Exhibit excellent communication and listening skills
  • Provide appropriate feedback regarding a candidate’s performance
  • Follow appropriate protocols for the video and audio recording of exam performances for scoring and education purposes
  • Contribute as a team player based on organizational needs
  • Assist with other projects at the discretion of the NCCTO Site Manager, Associate Director of Clinical Examination Operations, Sr. Director of Clinical Examination Development and Administration, and/or Executive Director.

To support the health and safety of NBEO employees and optometry candidates, NBEO requires employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or to have received an approved accommodation based on medical condition or sincerely held religious belief or practice.

Applicants should apply using the link below:

https://app.trinethire.com/companies/34755-nbeo/jobs/92232-part-time-standardized-patients


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