OPT 803 - Preclinical

Credits: 1
Lecture Hours: 0
Lab Hours: 0
Practicum Hours: 3
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech

This course prepares the student for clinical affiliation by having them complete vision screenings on patients. Discussions are held analyzing the results of the screening as well as the student’s performance. Also included in this course will be an introduction to office management techniques including appointment setting and triage, HIPAA, and insurance claim processing.
Prerequisite: OPT 110, OPT 120
Corequisite: OPT 112
Competencies

Use skills learned in OPT 112 in a coordinated manner to complete vision screenings
1. Perform assigned tests on scheduled patients
2. Maintain safety and welfare of the patients
3. Practice patient communication
4. Interpret vision screening results
Perform limited duties of a receptionist/front desk worker
1. Greet patients
2. Prepare the necessary forms for the technician
3. Maintain examination area neatness
4. Make sure examination area is properly equipped
5. Assists as otherwise instructed
Analyze results of vision screening
1. Discuss results with instructor
2. Complete screening reports
3. Analyze written summary given by instructor to improve skills for next screening