Associate Ophthalmic Assistant

Good Samaritan Society; Bemidji (MN); On-site; USD 22,041 - 37,195; Full time

Job summary

Sanford Health in Bemidji, MN seeks an ophthalmic assistant to support diagnostic testing and patient care. You'll assist the physician, collect ophthalmic data, and help with procedures in a day shift, full-time role with a 40-hour work week.

The position emphasizes teamwork in a patient-focused environment with competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package. High school graduation and BLS are required, with healthcare experience preferred.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• 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.

Education

High School graduate

Job description

Careers With Purpose

Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America’s heartland.

Department Details

Facility: Bemidji 1611 Clinic
Location: Bemidji, MN
Address: 1611 Anne St NW, Bemidji, MN 56601, USA
Shift: 8 Hours - Day Shifts
Job Schedule: Full time
Weekly Hours: 40.00
Salary Range: $16.50 - $26.50

Hours: 8:00am - 5:00pm

Benefits

• Supportive Work Environment
• Family Like Team Culture
• Employee Wellness Program
• Career advancement opportunities
• Competitive salary based off of experience
• Comprehensive benefits package

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 https://sanfordcareers.com/benefits.

Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-877-673-0854 or send an email to [e-mail].

Sanford has a Drug Free Workplace Policy. An accepted offer will require a drug screen and pre-employment background screening as a condition of employment.

Job Summary

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.

Qualifications

High School graduate is preferred. Will provide training and education for required skills.

Previous health care experience or training in ophthalmology, optometry, and/or optical office preferred. Basic Life Support Certification required.