Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Clinical Medical Assistant, Ophthalmology - 11989

Penn Highlands Healthcare; St. Marys; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable health care provider in Ontario is seeking an Ophthalmic Assistant to support the Physician and coordinate patient care. Responsibilities include liaising with health care providers and managing the implementation of patient care. Candidates should have at least a high school diploma, with certification or completion of relevant programs preferred. Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package are offered.

Benefits

Competitive Compensation based on experience

Shift Differentials

Referral Bonus Opportunities

Professional Development

Supportive and Experienced Peers

Qualifications

• Two years working in an Ophthalmology or Optometric office setting preferred.
• Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) required within two years of hire.
• Five years Ophthalmic office experience in lieu of education requirement.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate care with other services or outside health care providers.
• Serve as a liaison between the physician and other health care providers.

Skills

Knowledge of human physiology and anatomy

Ability to use Microsoft Office Suite

Knowledge of various ophthalmic equipment

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Current Certified Ophthalmic Assistant or Clinical Medical-Assistant program completion

Maintain Medical Assistant Certification or Practical Nurse licensure

Job description

Overview

Penn Highlands Healthcare has been awarded on the Forbes list of Best-in-State Employers 2022. This prestigious award is presented by Forbes and Statistica Inc., the world leading statistics portal and industry ranking provider.

As the Ophthalmic Assistant, you would work in support of the Physician and assist in the development, implementation and evaluation of patient care in the office. You will be required to coordinate the care with other Penn Highlands services or outside health care providers. You will serve as a liaison between the physician, the mid-level provider and all other health care providers.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate care with other Penn Highlands services or outside health care providers.
• Serve as a liaison between the physician, the mid-level provider and all other health care providers.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required. Current Certified Ophthalmic Assistant OR completion of a Clinical Medical-Assistant program required. LPN preferred. Five years Ophthalmic office experience (in lieu of education requirement) required
• Two years working in an Ophthalmology or Optometric office setting preferred
• Knowledge of human physiology and anatomy
• Ability to use Microsoft Office Suite required
• Certified Ophthalmic Assistant(COA) required within two years of hire
• Knowledge of various ophthalmic equipment preferred
• Maintain Medical Assistant Certification or Practical Nurse licensure through state of Pennsylvania

What We Offer

• Competitive Compensation based on experience
• Shift Differentials
• Referral Bonus Opportunities
• Professional Development
• Supportive and Experienced Peers

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision offered the first month after start date
• Paid Time Off
• 403(b) retirement plan with company match
• Flex Spending Account
• 25% discount on all services at Penn Highlands Healthcare facilities
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Health & Wellness Programs