Ophthalmic Medical Assistant - Medical Group

Hourly Pay Range $20.29 - $29.42 - The hourly pay rate offered is determined by a candidate's expertise and years of experience, among other factors. Position Highlights Position: Ophthalmic Medical AssistantLocation: Glenbrook HospitalFull Time/Part Time: Full Time (40 hours per week)Hours: 7:45AM - 5:00PM Monday-FridayRequired Travel: This role includes some travel to other locations and requires flexible hours to meet operational needs (Glenbrook location and Lake Bluff location) What You Will Need Education: High school diploma, GED or equivalent work experience requiredCertification: CPR certification through the American Heart Association requiredExperience: One year experience as a NorthShore Medical Group (PSA) Patient Support Associate in ophthalmology department or related experience. Working knowledge of Microsoft office programs preferred. Epic knowledge and experience preferred. What You Will Do Receive payments from patients and distributes appropriate receipts and change if necessarySchedule in office and OR surgical procedures for ophthalmology general, pediatrics, comea and external disease, retina, LASIK, glaucoma, neuro ophthalmology and oculoplasticsEducate patients effectively on LASIK, PRK, PTK, lasers used, pre and post operative care and stay abreast on changes as pertaining to LASIK and services providedCommunicate effectively with patient about surgical costs, financial agreements, payment processes as pertaining to ocular surgical and non-surgical proceduresChief Complaint, eye medical and eye surgery historyPatient and Past Family Social HistoryReview of SystemsVerify Prescription benefits in EPICHistory of Present Illness (HPI) to include at least 4 of the 8 "elements"Medical Review, including clicking "Medications Reviewed" button in EPICAllergiesVitals and pain assessment PRNRecord patient's distance visual acuity each eye separately, with/without correctionRecord patient's near visual acuity each eye separately, with/without correctionLensometry of patients spectacles for distance and near Rx indicating type of multi-focal (base curve and optical centers PRN)Amsler Grid Benefits Career Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and DevelopmentVarious Medical, Dental, and Vision optionsTuition ReimbursementFree Parking at designated locationsWellness Program Savings PlanHealth Savings Account OptionsRetirement Options with Company MatchPaid Time OffCommunity Involvement Opportunities Endeavor Health is a fully integrated healthcare delivery system committed to providing access to quality, vibrant, community-connected care, serving an area of more than 4.2 million residents across six northeast Illinois counties. Our more than 25,000 team members and more than 6,000 physicians aim to deliver transformative patient experiences and expert care close to home across more than 300 ambulatory locations and eight acute care hospitals – Edward (Naperville), Elmhurst, Evanston, Glenbrook (Glenview), Highland Park, Northwest Community (Arlington Heights) Skokie and Swedish (Chicago) – all recognized as Magnet hospitals for nursing excellence. For more information, visit www.endeavorhealth.org. When you work for Endeavor Health, you will be part of an organization that encourages its employees to achieve career goals and maximize their professional potential. Please explore our website (www.endeavorhealth.org) to better understand how Endeavor Health delivers on its mission to “help everyone in our communities be their best”. Endeavor Health is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. Please refer to the main career page for more information. At Endeavor Health, we are united by a shared commitment to working together to create a culture of connection and belonging—each of us bringing different skills and experiences as we deliver safe, seamless, and personal care. Every person, every time. We are committed to fostering an environment where all team members can be their best, learn, and pursue excellence together. EOE: Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/ Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets, VEVRRA Federal Contractor.