Associate Ophthalmic Assistant

Good Samaritan Society; Bemidji, Northern (MN, KY); Hybrid; USD 22,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Supportive Environment

Team Culture

Wellness Program

Career Advancement

Competitive Salary

Benefits Package

Job summary

Sanford Health in Bemidji, MN is seeking an ophthalmic assistant to perform preliminary screening exams and support the physician with procedures. You will collect subjective and objective ophthalmic data from patients or caregivers and relay this information to the doctor.

High school diploma preferred; training provided. Prior health care experience in ophthalmology or optical offices is a plus, and Basic Life Support certification is required.

Qualifications

• High School diploma preferred; training will be provided.
• Previous health care experience or training in ophthalmology/optometry/optical office preferred.
• Basic Life Support Certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Perform preliminary screening examinations and tests.
• Assist the physician with procedures and patient care.
• Collect ophthalmic data from patients or caregivers and relay to the doctor.

Skills

Basic Life Support Certification

Education

High School diploma

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.

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

Department Details

Join Our Team and Grow The Good!

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

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. 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.

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 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.

Req Number: R-0276235
Job Function: Allied Health
Featured: No