Ophthalmic Assistant

About the role

These roles provide essential assistance to healthcare professionals in delivering patient care. Ensure the smooth functioning of clinical operations by handling tasks that support the diagnostic, therapeutic, and procedural aspects of patient care.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare providers to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of medical services.
• Assess vision, prescribe corrective lenses, and detect eye disease for patients.
• Spend majority of time in the delivery of support services or activities, typically under supervision.
• Communicate information that requires little explanation or interpretation.

Requirements

• Education: High School Graduate or Equivalent
• No experience required
• Licensure: American Heart Association (AHA) Health Care Provider BLS certification required

Qualifications

• Specialty license or certification required which is acquired through training and/or experience
• This career stream will be most commonly applied to patient care areas
• Entry-level position typically requiring little to no prior knowledge or experience and require vocational or technical education

Skills

• Proficient communicative, auditory and visual skills
• Attention to detail and ability to write legibly
• Ability to lift/push/pull 50 – 100lbs

Benefits

• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off, Long-term and Short-term Disability, Retirement Savings
• Health Saving Plans, and Flexible Spending Accounts
• Certification and education support
• Generous Paid Time Off

Pay

The pay range for this role is $17.65 - $27.36 hourly. Individual compensation will be determined by the selected candidate's qualifications, previous work experience, and/or education.

Schedule

Job requires standing for prolonged periods, frequently bending/stooping/traveling: (distance: 50 feet), reaching (overhead, extensive, repetitive).

Benefits

• UVA Health is a world-class Magnet Recognized academic medical center and health system with a level 1 trauma center.
• 2023-2024 U.S. News & World Report “Best Hospitals” guide rates UVA Health University Medical Center as “High Performing” in 5 adult specialties and 14 conditions/procedures.
• We are one of 70 National Cancer Institute designated cancer centers.
• UVA Health Children’s is named by 2023-2024 U.S. News & World Report as the best children's hospital in Virginia with 9 specialties ranked among the best in the nation.
• Our footprint also encompasses 3 community hospitals and an integrated network of primary and specialty care clinics throughout Charlottesville, Culpeper, Northern Virginia, and beyond.

Contact Information

The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.