Ophthalmic Assistant

About the role

Perform preliminary screening examinations and/or tests to facilitate diagnosis and treatment by the provider. Assist the physician with procedures and care of the patient. Collect subjective and objective ophthalmic data from the patient or caregiver and communicate this data to the doctor.

Responsibilities

• Perform preliminary screening examinations and/or tests to facilitate diagnosis and treatment by the provider.
• Absorb and communicate subjective and objective ophthalmic data from the patient or caregiver to the doctor.
• Aid the physician with procedures and care of the patient.

Requirements

• A high school diploma is preferred.
• Will provide training and education for required skills.
• Previous health care experience or training in ophthalmology, optometry, and/or optical office is preferred.
• A Basic Life Support Certification is required.

Qualifications

• A high school graduate is preferred.
• Previous health care experience or training in ophthalmology, optometry, and/or optical office preferred.
• A Basic Life Support Certification is required.

Skills

• Knowledge of ophthalmic procedures and equipment.
• Ability to communicate effectively with patients and caregivers.
• Basic medical knowledge and understanding of patient care protocols.

Benefits

Sanford offers an attractive benefits package for qualifying full-time and part-time employees. Depending on eligibility, a variety of benefits include health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, work/life balance benefits, and a generous time off package to maintain a healthy home-work balance. For more information about Total Rewards, visit here.

Pay

$18.00 - $26.50 per hour

Schedule

Full time, 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, 8am-5pm.

Benefits

Depending on eligibility, a variety of benefits include health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, work/life balance benefits, and a generous time off package to maintain a healthy home-work balance. For more information about Total Rewards, visit here.

Contact Information

To apply, please visit our careers page. For more information about Sanford Health, visit our website.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Sanford is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or genetic information.