Associate Optometric Assistant

Good Samaritan Society; Fargo, Northern (ND, KY); Hybrid; USD 23,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Friendly Team Culture

Supportive Work Environment

Employee Wellness Program

Career advancement opportunities

Comprehensive benefits package

Competitive salary based off of expe r

Job summary

Sanford Health in Fargo, ND is seeking an Ophthalmology Support professional to perform preliminary screening examinations and assist with procedures under the provider's guidance.

You will collect subjective and objective ophthalmic data, support basic optical and access functions, and participate in cross-training to aid the team. The role aligns with 40-hour weeks and day-shift scheduling, with some rotation.

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.

Responsibilities

• Perform preliminary screening examinations and/or tests to facilitate diagnosis and treatment by the provider.
• Assist the provider with procedures and care of the patient.
• Cross-training to support basic optical and/or access functions as needed.

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: Southpointe Clinic
Location: Fargo, ND
Address: 2400 32nd Ave S, Fargo, ND 58103, 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: Between 7:30am - 5:30pm (rotate 7pm shift on Tuesdays)

Why you will love this role:

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

Job Summary

Perform preliminary screening examinations and/or tests to facilitate diagnosis and treatment by the provider. Assist the provider with procedures and care of the patient. Collect subjective and objective ophthalmic data from the patient or caregiver and communicates this to the doctor. Cross-training to support basic optical and/or access functions as needed.

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-0274025
Job Function: Allied Health
Featured: No