Ophthalmic Assistant

Position Summary

An Ophthalmic Assistant plays a crucial role in supporting ophthalmologists in providing eye care services to patients. They assist with both clinical and administrative tasks, contributing to the efficient operation of the practice.

Responsibilities

• Ability to perform specialized eye exam testing while streamlining patient flow
• Other diagnostic testing such as: Visual Field, OCT, Corneal topography, etc.
• Providing phone support with request for prescription refills as authorized by the physician
• Educate patients regarding administration of medications and pre- and post-operative instructions as directed by physician
• Adhere to legal and regulatory requirements, such as HIPAA guidelines, to maintain patient confidentiality and privacy
• Assists with opening and closing duties
• Other duties as assigned

Experience Requirements

• One-year experience in a patient care and/or customer facing position preferred
• Medical related experience preferred
• Proficient in MS Word, Outlook, and Excel
• Proficient in use of internet

Education Requirements

• High school diploma or GED preferred

Physical Demands

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel
• The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, and sit
• The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus

Benefits

• 15 Paid Days off in your first year
• Medical, dental and vision benefits
• Scrub/ Shoe allowance for applicable roles
• Paid Holidays
• Company paid life insurance
• 401(K)
• Paid mileage between practices during work hour
• ORCA Pass and Free Parking where applicable
• On-going education available including certification reimbursement
• Discount Programs Including Vision discounts on products and services